1
as in to warn
to give advice to
a popular guidance counselor who has been advising students about their college plans for two decades
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2
as in to suggest
to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
she advised calling ahead for a reservation at the new restaurant
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3
as in to consult
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
the doctor advised with his partner before recommending the patient's treatment
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as in to inform
to give information to
advised her as to the best way to get to the art museum by public transportation
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as in to alert
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk
advised us not to invest our money in what looked like a pyramid scheme
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Recent Examples of advise
Rather, Singh advised, think of them as a menu of options—pick three to start with.
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Cathy Cassata, Health, 24 Apr. 2025
The Women’s Health Network advises pregnant women, children and teens to avoid them altogether.
—Carmen Rios, Flow Space, 23 Apr. 2025
Health experts advise limiting caffeine to 400 mg per day.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2025
Just be careful to use hole-free bags, advises Joyce.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2025
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Cathy Cassata, Health, 24 Apr. 2025
The Women’s Health Network advises pregnant women, children and teens to avoid them altogether.
—Carmen Rios, Flow Space, 23 Apr. 2025
Health experts advise limiting caffeine to 400 mg per day.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2025
Just be careful to use hole-free bags, advises Joyce.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advise
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According to The Associated Press, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has warned that the $5 billion program, created under the 2021 American Rescue Plan, will be out of money by the end of 2025 unless Congress intervenes.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
22 Apr. 2025
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The project includes swapping existing right-of-way fencing for new wildlife fencing with gates, building box culverts, devising wildlife escape ramps and placing traffic signs to warn of wildlife in the area.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Several economic indicators suggest a potential recession, including declining stock prices and weakening consumer sentiment.—
Russ Wiles,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Initial evidence suggests the practice may support the immune system, boost mood, improve circulation, decrease inflammation, relieve pain, and increase muscle recovery, though much more research is necessary to support these findings.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
23 Apr. 2025
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In each case, the situation should be carefully and clearly considered, consulted medically and then morally as well.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2025
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Readers should conduct their own research and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment or financial decisions.—
Kody Boye,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Becky, having seen Darlene and Chad together at the bar, informs Ben about Chad.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Its measurements of ocean salinity and temperatures inform Navy operations, according to the Council on Strategic Risks, a nonpartisan security policy institute in Washington.—
Abrahm Lustgarten,
ProPublica,
24 Apr. 2025
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Several members alerted the police in Narragansett, Rhode Island, about the posts, which seemed to point to more bodies in that area.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
25 Apr. 2025
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State troopers learned of the traffic stop at 6 p.m. when they were alerted by New York State Police and the Westchester County Real Time Crime Center that the driver of a black Acura TLX fled from authorities on Interstate 95 North in New York, according to Connecticut State Police.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
23 Apr. 2025
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More than a decade on, the So Kates have become such a fixture in Zendaya’s wardrobe that even her employers, Louis Vuitton and Valentino, have been taught to expect no less.—
Daniel Rodgers,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
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Supervisors who focused not just on academic content, but also on teaching academic skills and demystifying academic culture, helped students feel more equipped and less alone.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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In the living room, Mock recommends folding blankets, fluffing pillows, and returning any items that have accrued in the space to their rightful homes.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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The city staff also is recommending an increase of $406,247 to the police general fund budget for fiscal year 2025-26 to support overtime costs associated with operating the first-responder drone and the real-time crime center.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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Environmental specialists will discuss some of the common migratory birds in Volusia County.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 Apr. 2025
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The board will discuss the timeline and process to fill the vacancy at its upcoming special board meeting on April 24.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Advise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advise. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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