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consultative

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


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“At the end of the day, they are nerdy academics,” Kornheiser said, describing them as consultative and practical.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

The company is taking on a more consultative mission.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026

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

The Royal College of Nursing is calling for talks with ministers over pay issues after a consultative ballot of members showed a large majority opposing the 3.6% pay award.

From BBC ● Aug. 10, 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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