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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 consultations
The company offers free consultations and publishes educational resources addressing common tax-debt questions.
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Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Costs vary based on the complexity of the case, but most reputable firms offer consultations and flexible payment plans.
—Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone
february 10, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026
Based on consultations with brands and other research, Kitchin said awareness of climate risks is growing, but action remains limited.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Lawless Design offers full-service design for clients in New England, virtual design for projects across the country and internationally, and hour-long consultations for DIYers in need of expert guidance.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026
Both parties have since agreed to hold follow-on discussions after consultations with their capitals, according to a source familiar with the negotiations.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Several nonprofit organizations are also providing free legal consultations on a case-by-case basis.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
If this sudden renovation comes as a surprise to staff, that means there have been no consultations, no proposals, no models, no feedback.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
The eco-conscious Living Spa at hotel El Monte Sagrado (from $227 per night) offers Ayurveda consultations, tarot readings, and tantric meditation, as well as pampering facials and massages.
—Jen Murphy, Outside, 1 Feb. 2026
Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Costs vary based on the complexity of the case, but most reputable firms offer consultations and flexible payment plans.
—Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone
february 10, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026
Based on consultations with brands and other research, Kitchin said awareness of climate risks is growing, but action remains limited.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Lawless Design offers full-service design for clients in New England, virtual design for projects across the country and internationally, and hour-long consultations for DIYers in need of expert guidance.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026
Both parties have since agreed to hold follow-on discussions after consultations with their capitals, according to a source familiar with the negotiations.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Several nonprofit organizations are also providing free legal consultations on a case-by-case basis.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
If this sudden renovation comes as a surprise to staff, that means there have been no consultations, no proposals, no models, no feedback.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
The eco-conscious Living Spa at hotel El Monte Sagrado (from $227 per night) offers Ayurveda consultations, tarot readings, and tantric meditation, as well as pampering facials and massages.
—Jen Murphy, Outside, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consultations
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While the fatalities have occurred along the Central Coast and in Northern California, the phenomenon has prompted concerns and discussions among mycological societies and amateur foragers across the Golden State.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Two years ago, PURA launched the Stakeholder Group Compensation Program, which helps families and small businesses join discussions at PURA.—
Kendall Keelen,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026
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As an industry analyst, author Bob O’Donnell works and consults with a wide range of tech companies, including T-Mobile.—
Bob O'Donnell,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Guests are able to arrange consults with local amchi—traditional Bhutanese doctors—and resident practitioners will lead mindfulness and breathwork sessions.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
1 Feb. 2026
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The same rule that bans smoking and the use of cell phones during debates, among other things, also bars the display of slogans, banners or plaques.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Legal closure, unresolved debates With the misdemeanor plea now entered, Kamau avoids a felony conviction and the uncertainty of a jury trial.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Aside from a prisoner exchange, little, if any, progress was made in the talks.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Feb. 2026
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Shein says Iran may be stalling diplomatically to see whether Washington limits talks to nuclear issues while avoiding missile constraints.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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The VdR–Industry program, which runs from April 19 to 22, includes project presentations, conferences and networking opportunities.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
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The hotel and water park regularly serve as a venue for meetings, conferences and events, including the 2017 Wisconsin Republican Party convention and last year's state Democratic Party convention.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Those close calls spurred hard conversations after the ’05 disappointment.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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This is when conversations about the area began to evolve, leading to more multifaceted developments created with the community in mind, according to Hill.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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All three meetings between the two NFC West powers were decided by one score.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Johnson had 11 points and 12 rebounds and Lendeborg added 14 points and 14 rebounds for Michigan, which has won six of the past seven meetings.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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China is not currently a member of the WHO executive board, but other countries are allowed to attend its meetings and take part in its deliberations.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
6 Feb. 2026
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After days of deliberations, the House justice committee voted to dismiss the impeachment complaints filed by left-wing activists and a lawyer against Marcos.—
JIM GOMEZ THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Consultations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consultations. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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