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as in guidance
an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action
we got some good advice from the vet about dealing with our dog's habit of chasing cars
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as in information
usually advices plural
a report of recent events or facts not previously known
had advices that the city could hold out against an invasion force for at most a week
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Lauren Mazzo, SELF, 20 Nov. 2024
In April, Golden Goose secured the advice of a savvy luxury industry professional, as former Gucci president and CEO Marco Bizzarri joined the board of directors, flanking the likes of former Chanel global CEO Maureen Chiquet, who was named chair of the company in 2020.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
Gaga filled in for a pregnant Beyoncé, who’d been booked for Coachella but pulled out months before the festival on the advice of her doctor.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
The book tells of two children in an unnamed village who decide, against the advice of their parents, to seek out a demon that has taken all the animals away.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 20 Nov. 2024
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Lauren Mazzo, SELF, 20 Nov. 2024
In April, Golden Goose secured the advice of a savvy luxury industry professional, as former Gucci president and CEO Marco Bizzarri joined the board of directors, flanking the likes of former Chanel global CEO Maureen Chiquet, who was named chair of the company in 2020.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
Gaga filled in for a pregnant Beyoncé, who’d been booked for Coachella but pulled out months before the festival on the advice of her doctor.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
The book tells of two children in an unnamed village who decide, against the advice of their parents, to seek out a demon that has taken all the animals away.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 20 Nov. 2024
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To save time and avoid missteps, consult local talent for guidance on practices and processes.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The post refers to a Sept. 27 policy document from the Pentagon that updates guidance from 2016 and lays out the process intelligence workers must follow in assisting law enforcement and other civilian authorities.Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 20 Nov. 2024
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Anyone with information about the shooting can call the Oakland Police Department’s homicide unit at 510-238-3821, or its tip line at 510-238-7950.Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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More information on the recount process can be found at sos.state.mn.us/media/2370/recount-guide.pdf.Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
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Report explains findings, recommendations, areas to study In addition to recommendations, the group’s report also points to several areas of the system that require more study for possible changes.Yesenia Robles, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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Money & Markets The 10 best SUVs to buy right now, according to Consumer Reports Consumer Reports tested more than 150 SUVs to make its recommendations By Start Slideshow Americans love their SUVs, which make up the majority of new car purchases in the country.Ben Kesslen, Quartz, 10 Nov. 2024
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Explore See latest videos, charts and news On Tuesday night (Nov. 19), the band’s official Instagram account shared images of billboards that have popped up in Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, South Korea, which appear to be teasing a major announcement on Friday (Nov. 22).Sophie Williams, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
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Netanyahu made the announcement during a trip to the Netzarim Corridor in Gaza, which splits Northern Gaza and Gaza City from the rest of the Strip, where brutal fighting has occurred for more than a year as Israel looks to eradicate Hamas.Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
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Teachers and community members have given great feedback about Murphy, Crosset said.Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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The mix had gotten somewhat clearer by the third song, which is right around the time the feedback issues started.Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Tricia had just moved to the area from Florida and didn’t have any suggestions as to where to go.Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
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Does Miss Manners have a suggestion for a polite way of indicating that, since they couldn’t be bothered to acknowledge the first gift, subsequent gifts should not be solicited?Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Opt for solutions with robust security protocols, and maintain control over sensitive info.Lisa Hale, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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For more info on bodyweight shoulder exercises, as well as those that do involve free weights, take a look at the list below—you’re bound to find a new fave or two to add to your routine.Elizabeth Millard, CPT, SELF, 19 Nov. 2024
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After working as the agency's general counsel, he was nominated to serve as a commissioner by Trump — and was again nominated by President Biden.Avery Lotz, Axios, 18 Nov. 2024
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Barr, a Lexington native in office since 2013, once worked as deputy counsel for then-Gov. Ernie Fletcher and is a member of the House Financial Services Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee.Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Advice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advice. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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