1
as in advice
an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action
sought career guidance from the college counselor
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2
as in supervision
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
felt secure under the president's cautious guidance of foreign affairs
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as in stewardship
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
an adviser who undertakes the guidance of his students' academic careers
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Recent Examples of guidance
Later in the episode, Cheyenne meets up with her mom for some guidance.
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Angela Andaloro, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
These professionals offer guidance rooted in your unique relationship history, emotional patterns, and personal goals.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 18 Apr. 2025
Then-acting Solicitor General Sarah Harris said that a minimum, the Supreme Court should allow agencies to develop and issue public guidance regarding implementation of Mr. Trump's executive order while proceedings continue.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2025
The guidance also includes exclusions for other electronic devices and components, including semiconductors, solar cells, flat panel TV displays, flash drives, and memory cards.
—Erin Doherty,hakyung Kim,lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 12 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for guidance
Angela Andaloro, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
These professionals offer guidance rooted in your unique relationship history, emotional patterns, and personal goals.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 18 Apr. 2025
Then-acting Solicitor General Sarah Harris said that a minimum, the Supreme Court should allow agencies to develop and issue public guidance regarding implementation of Mr. Trump's executive order while proceedings continue.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2025
The guidance also includes exclusions for other electronic devices and components, including semiconductors, solar cells, flat panel TV displays, flash drives, and memory cards.
—Erin Doherty,hakyung Kim,lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guidance
Noun
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Check out our guide to the Best Hair Dryers for more advice.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
20 Apr. 2025
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Parents shouldn’t give vitamin A without a doctor’s supervision, because giving too much can cause liver damage.—
Meg Wingerter,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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He was released several months later on an order of supervision because Venezuela was not accepting deportation flights at the time, Siegel said.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2025
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Wines to try: Revelation by Goose Chardonnay 23 Revelation by Goose Ridge Rose 23 Revelation by Goose Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 23 Farther afield in New Zealand, the Marris family at Marisco Family Vineyards is upholding three generations of producing wines through dedicated environmental stewardship.—
Lana Bortolot,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Since then, Earth Day has become an annual reflection on environmental stewardship.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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To avoid these pitfalls, companies need to treat office redesign as a change management project—not just a facilities project.—
Ryan Anderson,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Silverstein and Avex formed S10 Publishing as a joint venture back in 2020, and Avex made a strategic investment in S10 Entertainment's management division in May 2024.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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In Avengers: Civil War, Ross essentially kicks off the conflict between Captain America and Iron Man by trying to force U.S. government oversight over the Avengers.—
Eliana Dockterman,
Time,
17 Apr. 2025
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The Food and Drug Administration is drawing up plans that would end most of its routine food safety inspections work, multiple federal health officials tell CBS News, and effectively outsource this oversight to state and local authorities.—
Alexander Tin,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Hopkins said fire department personnel also monitor the outside air and wind direction, knowing that homes downwind are likely to smell the gas and call the fire department with concerns.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
19 Apr. 2025
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So, one way to fix this is, fertilizing in spring with a citrus fertilizer, according to label directions.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The touch and gesture controls are smooth, and the customizable Quick Button makes accessing key features super convenient.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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But lawmakers in different countries exercise different degrees of political control.—
Ana Carolina Garriga,
The Conversation,
18 Apr. 2025
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Hunter’s defense, ball handling ability and 3-point shooting shined in March Madness and her inclusion in the starting five also brought out the best in Van Lith.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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Recent polls show that a majority of Americans do not support the president's handling of the economy and blame him for what is going on, not Joe Biden.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Guidance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guidance. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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