sounding boards

noun

Definition of sounding boardsnext
plural of sounding board
as in experts
a person or group with whom you discuss ideas to see if the ideas are good My friend is my sounding board for new ideas.

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  1. experts
  2. advisers
  3. counselors
Noun
  • Whether these sweeping changes will be enough to turn the tide remains a point of debate among experts.
    Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The company is preparing for Phase II trials and is in discussions with experts in India regarding the best indication for the next phase.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of experts
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  • The diligence process for tax credit transfers will likely always be at least partly customized to the parties because different entities have different concerns, but a more standardized roadmap has emerged over the past year or so as advisers and tax credit buyers and sellers gained experience.
    Marie Sapirie, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Financial advisors who embrace these trends will be well-positioned to thrive in the coming years.
    Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of advisers
Noun
  • Thus, an important consideration for schools is if the telehealth vendor allows direct consultations with specific tele-counselors, or if schools are limited to communicating with a clinical team supervisor.
    Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • But genetic counselors are available to help explain the results and guide you through any next steps.
    Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of counselors
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