guidance
noun
guid·ance
ˈgī-dᵊn(t)s 
1
: the act or process of guiding
2
a
: the direction provided by a guide
giving expert/moral/spiritual guidance
couldn't have done it without her guidance
b
: advice on vocational or educational problems given to students
a guidance counselor
providing guidance on scholarships
3
: the process of controlling the course of a projectile by a built-in mechanism
problems with the missile's guidance
Examples of guidance in a Sentence
I couldn't have done it without her guidance.
We need more guidance on how to handle these unusual cases.
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For a safer outdoor work environment, follow the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s guidance by scheduling regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned places.
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Nc Weather Bot,
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5 July 2026
Those managing blood sugar may need fewer carbs, while athletes might need more; consult a healthcare provider or dietitian for tailored guidance.
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5 July 2026
In the evening the ambience shifts as the restaurant Beefbar comes alive under the guidance of Riccardo Giraudi.
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Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 July 2026
But estimate-beating earnings reports and buoyant guidance—which the 1990s tech bubble lacked—haven’t been enough to sustain bullishness as investors start to doubt whether profits will come in as strong as expected.
—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
5 July 2026
Those managing blood sugar may need fewer carbs, while athletes might need more; consult a healthcare provider or dietitian for tailored guidance.
—
Verywell Health,
5 July 2026
In the evening the ambience shifts as the restaurant Beefbar comes alive under the guidance of Riccardo Giraudi.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 July 2026
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“Guidance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guidance. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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guidance
noun
guid·ance
ˈgīd-ᵊn(t)s
1
: the act or process of guiding
2
: advice given to students to help them make educational or personal decisions
3
: the process of controlling the course (as of a missile) by built-in equipment
guidance system
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