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second opinion

NOUN
consultation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appointment conference deliberation dialogue discussion examination hearing interview meeting session
STRONG
argument clambake confab council groupthink huddle
WEAK
buzz session

Example Sentences

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If the company refuses to reconsider, get a second opinion.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

For a second opinion with close ties to childhood nonsense, I asked my Magic 8 Ball.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

I’m looking for a second opinion on whether it makes more sense to sell my primary home and rent, or not.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 19, 2026

Adair said he needed confirmation of the "bizarre" experience having just woken up and asked his partner for a second opinion.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

He turned to the closest EMT for a second opinion.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer

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