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as in conferred
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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as in used
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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Recent Examples of consulted
The chefs consulted the team captains to understand their needs.
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Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Internal documents published in the Supreme Court case last week show that DHS had not consulted the Department of State on country conditions before ending them, which would be a violation of the Administrative Procedures Act.
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Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2026
ElevenLabs pays creators every time their voices are used in ElevenReader, and in Caine’s case, he was specifically consulted about the project and approved the marketing materials, Blank said.
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Corbin Bolies,
Variety,
23 June 2026
For minors who are 16 or 17, parents or guardians must be consulted in the decision-making process, but their consent is not required.
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Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Chan has also consulted for a number of fashion brands, advising them on media and marketing strategy.
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Tim Chan,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
The board committee consulted with a Native American advisory council and passed a resolution in early June that would decommission the space.
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Frankie McLister,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Smith developed the Gambling Awareness Initiative after a friend consulted him about how to respond to his preteen son’s request to create an online sportsbook account because the boy was too young to open his own.
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Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
18 June 2026
Define American has consulted on over 160 film and television projects across 30 networks, studios, and streaming platforms, leading the way in shaping how the industry tells nuanced, authentic immigrant stories.
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Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Internal documents published in the Supreme Court case last week show that DHS had not consulted the Department of State on country conditions before ending them, which would be a violation of the Administrative Procedures Act.
—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2026
ElevenLabs pays creators every time their voices are used in ElevenReader, and in Caine’s case, he was specifically consulted about the project and approved the marketing materials, Blank said.
—
Corbin Bolies,
Variety,
23 June 2026
For minors who are 16 or 17, parents or guardians must be consulted in the decision-making process, but their consent is not required.
—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Chan has also consulted for a number of fashion brands, advising them on media and marketing strategy.
—
Tim Chan,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
The board committee consulted with a Native American advisory council and passed a resolution in early June that would decommission the space.
—
Frankie McLister,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Smith developed the Gambling Awareness Initiative after a friend consulted him about how to respond to his preteen son’s request to create an online sportsbook account because the boy was too young to open his own.
—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
18 June 2026
Define American has consulted on over 160 film and television projects across 30 networks, studios, and streaming platforms, leading the way in shaping how the industry tells nuanced, authentic immigrant stories.
—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consulted
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The shoes featured several buckles, and material along the side of the upper which conferred a certain futuristic vibe.
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Earlier this year, as his nomination and confirmation were playing out, the general counsels of the regional banks conferred over how easily reserve bank presidents could be removed by a majority vote of the Board of Governors, according to people familiar with the matter.
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The Hyundai Motor Company used one of the world’s largest sporting stages to showcase its robotics ambitions.
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For instance, in Berkeley, neighbors used CEQA — citing potential noise impact from partying students — to delay, for years, UC Berkeley’s construction of student dorms on People’s Park.
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Teng found a menopause specialist from Midi who discussed the risks and benefits of HRT, and recommended vitamins, supplements, diet and lifestyle changes.
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Commissioners also discussed Florida’s Live Local Act, which allows qualifying housing developments to bypass certain local zoning regulations.
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The Royals have utilized young starters such as Luinder Avila and Stephen Kolek to fill rotation spots.
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Factoring the maximum of three two-way contract slots into account when they are officially filled, that pushes the Hornets up to 19, leaving just two more spots that can be utilized in the offseason and heading into training camp.
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Both of the soon-to-be newlyweds have talked openly about wanting to have kids.
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Gyllenhaal received the President’s Award on Friday at the festival’s opening night ceremony, and talked to the international press on Saturday in a suite at the neo-baroque Grand Hotel Pupp in Karlovy Vary.
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“Consulted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consulted. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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