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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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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 center consulted with several experts — including the Northern Jaguar Project’s Carmina Gutiérrez González — in making that confirmation.
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Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
An attorney was consulted, and it was decided that the six members whose terms were ending would leave the board.
—Deborah Martin, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Oct. 2024
Alice is consulted about the meaning of the line as her mother wrote the most popular version of the ballad.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
At its simplest level, a greater number of people will need to be informed, consulted and collaborated with.
—Jonathan Prosser, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
An attorney was consulted, and it was decided that the six members whose terms were ending would leave the board.
—Deborah Martin, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Oct. 2024
Alice is consulted about the meaning of the line as her mother wrote the most popular version of the ballad.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
At its simplest level, a greater number of people will need to be informed, consulted and collaborated with.
—Jonathan Prosser, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consulted
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This development in durability, accuracy, and power of sniper rifles around 2010 surpassed anything used even ten years prior and far exceeded those of World War II sniper rifles.Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Born in revolution, tempered by war This gun served in the American Civil War and was later used in many conflicts throughout the 19th century.Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Ramos discussed the themes in her book with ABC News' Linsey Davis.ABC NEWS, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2024
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Communication With Specific Tele-Counselors The ACE’s report discussed the importance of collaboration between telehealth vendors and colleges, especially with campus counseling centers.Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Cam and Chelsie talked to Makensy about sending Rubina to the jury house, but Makensy pushed back about getting rid of Kimo.David Wysong, The Enquirer, 4 Oct. 2024
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Correspondent Lee Cowan talked with Rock and Laufer, and with Jacob's father, Paul, about a remarkable musical odyssey.David Morgan, CBS News, 3 Oct. 2024
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The current findings utilized the shape memory effect of SMAs to recover the ILMs’ shape by adding heat.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
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Researchers utilized Free, Prior and Informed Consent as an indicator.Amy Nguyen, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Consulted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consulted. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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