1
as in to confer
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
will consult with several experts on the disease before deciding which course of treatment to pursue
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2
as in to use
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
I often consult the dictionary when I am uncertain of a word's exact meaning
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as in consultation
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
it was time for a change of do, which called for a consult with her hairdresser
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Recent Examples of consult
Michelle Pugle, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2025
His Thing appearance is a combination of motion capture and CGI rather than heavy prosthetics, and director Matt Shakman consulted scientists and drew inspiration from desert rocks for the character's design.
—Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 4 Feb. 2025
Erin Brodwin, Axios, 7 Jan. 2025
Erika talks about Sutton with her therapist, Dr. Jenn, who comes by for a therapy session and an interior-design consult.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
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Verb
When in doubt, consult with a healthcare provider or dermatologist.
—Michelle Pugle, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2025
His Thing appearance is a combination of motion capture and CGI rather than heavy prosthetics, and director Matt Shakman consulted scientists and drew inspiration from desert rocks for the character's design.
—Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 4 Feb. 2025
Noun
Funds will power more enterprise partnerships and fee-for-service Medicaid contracts and an expansion of product offerings to include STI home tests, PrEP and prenatal consults.
—Erin Brodwin, Axios, 7 Jan. 2025
Erika talks about Sutton with her therapist, Dr. Jenn, who comes by for a therapy session and an interior-design consult.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consult
Verb
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Then, there are the good guys, known as probiotics, which are living microorganisms that confer health benefits when ingested.—
Julia Ries,
Outside Online,
29 Jan. 2025
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But the game is about more than algorithms, according to Marc Barthelemy, a physicist at the Paris-Saclay University in France, with layers of depth arising from the psychological complexity conferred by player strategies.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
24 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Over the past few months, Mace has filed a bill seeking to ban transgender women from using women's bathrooms at the U.S. Capitol.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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Most are also fragrance-free and can be used daily, both morning and night.—
Devon Abelman,
Allure,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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When joining as a client, users undergo a consultation and upon Agape finding a fit, they will be matched with someone.—
Emily Burns,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
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The full-service studio works on projects of all sizes, offering everything from design consultations to overseeing remodels and new builds.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Steve Bannon has discussed with New York state prosecutors a potential plea deal in its criminal case charging the longtime ally of President Donald Trump with defrauding donors to a southern border wall, according to media reports.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Today, world leaders from over 90 countries will gather in Paris to discuss artificial intelligence policy.—
Henry Papadatos,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The comment further fueled the perception that Poppi's marketing practices were wasteful, and the online discussion quickly morphed into a broader critique of how brands allocate large budgets to influencer marketing without considering potential public backlash.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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By just expressing interest in the discussion, nodding their heads, vocalizing, saying 'tell me more,' making eye contact — that lubricates the wheels of communication.—
Malaka Gharib,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Some local speaker will talk on the beauties of Hutchinson as a place to live, a place to trade and a place to visit.—
Kay Johnson,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Hanna, who has by this point joined the search efforts, talks to a woman who once dated Amanda’s current boyfriend, Viktor Malm, who had previously been sentenced and given a warning for assault as a teenager.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The growing pains sparked congressional debates decades ago, but the advertising industry's cash cow won out over political quarrels, institutionalizing the contemporary idea of Presidents Day.—
Avery Lotz,
Axios,
17 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, the same debates accompanying discussions of slavery reparations in greater society permeate the order as well: Some feel a moral urgency while others criticize the effort as unfairly burdening the entities of today or suggesting the order’s ongoing work with the poor should suffice.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Consult.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consult. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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