GOING (TO) Synonyms: 10 Similar Words | Merriam-Webster Thesaurus

going (to)

verb

Definition of going (to)

present participle of go (to)

as in turning (to)

to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage when the sales representative refused to help us, we went to the store manager

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consulting

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Saquon Barkley is consulting with peers around the league, preparing for more under-center and outside-zone run concepts.

— Andy Behrens, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Lori Fischburg and Liane Cunje are producers, while Reid serves as consulting producer.

— Selome Hailu, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026

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