consultation

noun

ˌkän(t)-səl-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce consultation (audio)
Definition of consultationnext
as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue holding frequent consultations with his lawyer to discuss the case

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Recent Examples of consultation While the couple was looking to get care for Rumi at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, West sought consultation from doctors in Texas. — Doha Madani, NBC news, 20 Aug. 2026 More details on the programs will be forthcoming following further consultation with players. — Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Projects affecting Indigenous territories must also undergo consultation with the communities. — ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026 How to get started McCann Hess recommends scheduling a consultation with a local estate planning attorney. — Joshua Sidorowicz, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for consultation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consultation
  1. discussion
  2. consult
  3. debate
  4. talk
  5. meeting
  6. conversation
  7. conference
Noun
  • Tom Buschatzke, director of the Arizona Department of Water Resources, told CNN the water cuts to his state take into account previous discussions and recommendations between the three downstream states.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Legislators have held private discussions about possible changes throughout the year.
    — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of discussion
Noun
  • Noam Lupu does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
    — Nicholas Carnes, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Mindy Leffler developed the Duchenne Video Assessment, used in Capricor’s Phase 3 study, and consults on its data.
    — Mindy Leffler, STAT, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of consult
Noun
  • The issue has reanimated a decades-old debate over protectionism within the cattle industry.
    — Max Saltman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Friday's hanging was the first by Takaichi's government and took place during a parliamentary recess — a move criticized as a tactic to avoid public debate.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of debate
Noun
  • Oil prices are hovering above $90 a barrel, as talks between Iran and the United States remain at an impasse.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
  • As to where the talks stand, Greer indicated that a consensus between the countries had been reached.
    — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of talk
Noun
  • Research from Accor found that one face‑to‑face meeting delivered the impact of roughly three virtual meetings, while 35% explicitly said the extra time and travel costs were worthwhile because of the business value created.
    — Alison Coleman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • On Sunday, Kushner held a rare meeting with Hamas’ new leader, Khalil al-Hayya, in El Alamein in Egypt.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of meeting
Noun
  • Luann patiently attempts to explain that the women don’t like being lectured to about their business affairs, only for Vicki to abruptly answer a phone call mid-conversation.
    — Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Part of you may want retreat, while another part feels pulled toward a trip, conversation, or bigger idea.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of conversation
Noun
  • The nine-game conference slate is going to hit some SEC teams like a linebacker.
    — Ralph D. Russo, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Fucci added at the news conference that the camp does have an annual tree plan.
    — Matt Schooley, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of conference

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