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or counselling
1
as in talking
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
concerned parents counseling about the problem of substance abuse in their community
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2
as in coaching
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
every year the admissions officer counsels thousands of students about the process of applying to college
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3
as in advising
to give advice to
perhaps a psychologist would be better qualified to counsel you
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4
as in suggesting
to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
I would counsel caution and deliberation in this sensitive matter
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or counselling
as in consulting
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or counselling
as in reassurance
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Recent Examples of counseling
Julie Scott, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
The school is offering counseling and other support services for the shaken community.
—Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 29 Aug. 2025
The proceeds will go towards Forchas’ medical care, counseling for her and her brother, and supporting the family.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 29 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Breast cancer can affect body image and dating, but support programs like counseling, art therapy, exercise, and support groups can help boost confidence.
—Julie Scott, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
The school is offering counseling and other support services for the shaken community.
—Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
Noun
The woman denies counseling parents to hide their child's gender.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 29 Aug. 2025
The proceeds will go towards Forchas’ medical care, counseling for her and her brother, and supporting the family.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for counseling
Verb
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As the president of a consulting firm that specializes in IBP, here’s why executives may consider implementing the IBP framework, along with how you can get started.—
Tom Strohl,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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In 2008, Maddalena left her executive position to establish a consulting firm specializing in leadership development.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Musselman recreated his father’s warmup while coaching at Nevada and Arkansas, and is expanding on his father’s ideas at USC with his own twist.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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That distinction came home to me while coaching a team, a customer complaint led to a project to find the root cause.—
George Pesansky,
Fortune,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The bank is advising its clients to take that change seriously, Sarah Kapnick, its global head of climate advisory, told Semafor.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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One woman, who identified herself only as Alice, questioned why the county wasn’t advising individuals living here illegally to self-deport.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In a lengthy post, Kelly argued in a very lengthy tweet that Kimmel's comments were made despite public evidence suggesting the suspect held left-wing views and had no ties to conservative politics.—
Amanda Castro
Shane Croucher
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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The costumes, designed by Dede Ayite, were subtle and yet highly symbolic, suggesting the colloquial nature of Yoruba gods, or the epic, majestic nature of our brothers.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Weather watches and warnings A live data feed from the National Weather Service containing official weather warnings, watches, and advisory statements.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 Sep. 2025
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The possible outcome of Thursday's vaccine advisory meeting was on the mind of many who spoke at the hearing.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Together, these findings serve as both a warning and a reassurance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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In those moments, employees often look for confirmation or reassurance from managers or HR.—
Alyshia Hull,
USA Today,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Schweigert emphasized the importance of talking slowly, before sending participants back to the breakrooms to reintroduce themselves with a more deliberate pace.—
Katherine Fung,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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When Zuckerberg started talking, Boz's glasses began displaying subtitles.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Miller is taking on the responsibility of mentoring younger players, leading film sessions and increasing on-court vocal leadership.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Sep. 2025
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The winner will receive a grant of 10,000 euros and mentoring support from Sandro for two years, as well as media visibility and support for artistic and cultural projects organized by the MMM museum.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Counseling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counseling. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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