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consultative

[kuhn-suhl-tuh-tiv, kon-suhl-tey-tiv] / kənˈsʌl tə tɪv, ˈkɒn səlˌteɪ tɪv /


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The last time the idea of secession gained serious momentum was in 1993 when a consultative referendum saw 65 percent of residents support independence -- but the plan got mired in opposition from state officials.

From Barron's Feb. 13, 2026

Promised by the end of 2025, a consultative panel on social media use promised by von der Leyen is now expected to be set up "early" this year.

From Barron's Jan. 28, 2026

She said that "failure" would lead to the EIS opening a consultative ballot on industrial action at its annual general meeting later this week.

From BBC Jun. 3, 2025

The UCU said about 75% of members who voted in a "consultative" ballot backed strike action, with 85% saying they would be willing to take action short of a strike.

From BBC Apr. 7, 2025

There was fear among the other organizations that the ANC would attempt to dominate it, and the committee’s rules were crafted so that its powers were purely consultative and its decisions not binding.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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