Thesaurus results for CONSULTATION

consultation

noun

ˌkän(t)-səl-ˈtā-shən

as in discussion

an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue holding frequent consultations with his lawyer to discuss the case

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Recent Examples of consultation But upon consultation with the BC staff and the Bruins, Letourneau decided to return for his junior season. —

Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 30 June 2026 Programming includes individual and family mental wellness counseling, lifestyle empowerment consultations, and adolescent nutritional consultations. —

Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 June 2026 Hundreds showed up for recent consultations with volunteer attorneys in Washington and Oregon. —

ABC News, 29 June 2026 The Johnson County shop offers custom suits, trousers, sport coats, dress shirts, wardrobe consultation and wedding pieces like suits, tuxedos, dinner jackets and pants, according to the website. —

Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for consultation

Recent Examples of Synonyms for consultation

Noun

During Thursday evening’s Board of Commissioners meeting, officials unanimously, and with no additional discussion, approved Johnston’s exit agreement and named Assistant County Administrator Alan Howze as his replacement for the rest of the year.

— Sofi Zeman July 2, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
Immediately, the call sparked online debate and discussion that will surely continue into next week.

— Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026

Definition of discussion

Noun

Emma Fenske does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

— Emma Fenske, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
Benny’s work schedule is consult-based, with staff members or caregivers requesting his services.

— Zuri Primos June 29, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2026

Definition of consult

Noun

The talks come after the Qatari prime minister met with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Tuesday to discuss ongoing US-Iran talks and regional developments.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
Peace talks between the two countries are still inching along, with one of the key points up for discussion being how to regulate the flow of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

— Tristan Bove, Fortune, 1 July 2026

Definition of talk

Noun

Outline a proposal, then schedule a brief meeting to align expectations with a manager, because clarity now prevents heavier repairs later.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2026
Now, residents have another chance to offer feedback before another community meeting that will happen in August.

— Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 June 2026

Definition of meeting

Noun

While size representation edged upward on paper, conversations throughout the season were dominated by the return of extreme body ideals, which don’t necessarily show up in our data.

— Amy Francombe, Vogue, 6 July 2026
That could shift the NATO conversation from how the alliance helps Ukraine to how Ukraine helps NATO prepare for modern war.

— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 6 July 2026

Definition of conversation

Noun

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department During the news conference, Bluthenthal's two children delivered a plea for justice via video, while his mother spoke directly to the crowd.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 1 July 2026
And oncology conferences are beginning to include sessions on hormones and how to help women after cancer.

— Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 30 June 2026