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as in coaches
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
the pastry chef guided her through the creation of the wedding cake, showing her how to ice the layers, fashion the elaborate decorations, and assemble the whole shebang
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2
as in supervises
to look after and make decisions about
thought the new superintendent would guide the school system well
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3
as in steers
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
would be happy to guide you folks to the historic part of town
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as in guards
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
followed our guide through the dangerous mountain trails
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Recent Examples of guides
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
26 June 2026
For a truly memorable half day on the island, book a session at Forge a Memory, where a blacksmith guides you through making your own knife.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
The glossy magazine featured profiles on LGBTQ+ Minnesotans, guides to Pride weekend and community events.
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Aki Nace,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin reopened in April with overhauled ride vehicles, upgraded interactive blasters, and a new character named Buddy who guides guests through the mission.
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Jacqueline Dole,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
Technological convergence, not a single technology, guides the future.
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Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Plus, the outsoles feature technology that guides your foot throughout the entire walking gait cycle.
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Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
Nonetheless, the series evolves into an elaborate soap opera over its 39 episodes, with complex scheming characters opposing Utena, her relationship with Anthy serving as the lodestar that guides this tragedy towards its ambiguous conclusion.
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Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
12 June 2026
In humans, the right side of our brain guides our left hand, while the left side controls the right hand.
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Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
10 June 2026
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Sheridan bought several travel guides to different countries for research, and the duo got to work.
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Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2026
Virtually all of the guides are white, an issue Dillard notes is prevalent nationwide.
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Hillel Italie,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Different seasons call for different guides, so don’t expect one guide to be everything.
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Denielle Sachs,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Canoe journeys through the surrounding waterways will be led by Homalco guides, whose people were long recognized among the region’s finest maritime navigators.
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The Editors,
Robb Report,
27 June 2026
Several major shipping companies, like Hapag-Lloyd, have used US naval guides to move through the strait – but that offer has not been consistent.
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Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
Here’s what to know before committing, from realistic price ranges to permits and a money-saving tax angle most cost guides skip.
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Allison Palmer
updated June 25,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
Local guides keep groups small, typically 15 to 20 people, and tailor commentary to match guest interests.
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Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
Verb
Eder believed that American flags should be made in America, a philosophy that still guides the company today.
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Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
26 June 2026
For a truly memorable half day on the island, book a session at Forge a Memory, where a blacksmith guides you through making your own knife.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
The glossy magazine featured profiles on LGBTQ+ Minnesotans, guides to Pride weekend and community events.
—
Aki Nace,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin reopened in April with overhauled ride vehicles, upgraded interactive blasters, and a new character named Buddy who guides guests through the mission.
—
Jacqueline Dole,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
Technological convergence, not a single technology, guides the future.
—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Plus, the outsoles feature technology that guides your foot throughout the entire walking gait cycle.
—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
Nonetheless, the series evolves into an elaborate soap opera over its 39 episodes, with complex scheming characters opposing Utena, her relationship with Anthy serving as the lodestar that guides this tragedy towards its ambiguous conclusion.
—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
12 June 2026
In humans, the right side of our brain guides our left hand, while the left side controls the right hand.
—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
10 June 2026
Noun
The app also offers travel guides and organizes your daily itinerary, keeping all your plans in one place.
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Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Sheridan bought several travel guides to different countries for research, and the duo got to work.
—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2026
Virtually all of the guides are white, an issue Dillard notes is prevalent nationwide.
—
Hillel Italie,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Different seasons call for different guides, so don’t expect one guide to be everything.
—
Denielle Sachs,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Canoe journeys through the surrounding waterways will be led by Homalco guides, whose people were long recognized among the region’s finest maritime navigators.
—
The Editors,
Robb Report,
27 June 2026
Several major shipping companies, like Hapag-Lloyd, have used US naval guides to move through the strait – but that offer has not been consistent.
—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
Here’s what to know before committing, from realistic price ranges to permits and a money-saving tax angle most cost guides skip.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 25,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
Local guides keep groups small, typically 15 to 20 people, and tailor commentary to match guest interests.
—
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guides
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Ahead of the game against Bosnia-Herzegovina, PA Classics coaches Brittney Jakobson and Nick Jakobson took their children, Declan and Camden, to kick a ball at Pulisic’s former club.
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The camp is being led by Geordie Kinnear, who coaches the Charlotte Checkers, the Panthers’ AHL affiliate.
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Milshtein previously served as adviser to COGAT, which supervises civilian policy in the West Bank and in the Gaza Strip.
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As chief of patrol, Hein supervises the most visible aspects of the Police Department that define its image in the minds of most Chicagoans, including emergency response, crisis intervention, traffic control, routine patrol and community policing efforts.
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The jet stream is a highway of air at high altitudes which steers weather systems.
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Taking a cue from nickelodeon piano players, composer John Powell steers the mood with a vibrantly eclectic score of sprightly ragtime, violin pathos and popcorn crescendos.
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The Lakers were eliminated by Oklahoma City, who relied on standout performances from young guards Jared McCain and Ajay Mitchell to overcome a quiet series from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and an injury to Jalen Williams.
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Armed guards routinely patrol outside synagogues, Jewish community centers and schools.
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Gallup research shows that managers account for at least 70% of the variance in team engagement across organizations.
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An Atlanta Journal-Constitution analysis shows the executive spent roughly three-quarters of that — more than $83 million — on television and cable advertising.
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This 12-jurist body oversees the activities of Iran’s parliament, determining if laws passed are compatible with sharia and can demand that legislation be revised.
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The Alamo Trust, the nonprofit organization that oversees the Alamo Mission, announced the discovery on June 16.
Verb
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Japan leads Brazil 1-0 after the first 45 minutes, taking advantage of essentially its only chance so far.
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Hickenlooper leads Gonzales 41% to 34% in the primary, according to a June 8 poll released by the Colorado Community Research, a polling firm.
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Lots typically open three to four hours before the event, and attendants direct drivers to the next available spot.
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Everyone from groundskeepers to gym attendants greeted guests and were helpful if needed.
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“Guides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guides. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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