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Origin of advised
A Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; see origin at advise, -ed 2
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However, he’s also made timely past warnings of technology selloffs and advised investors to buy equities during an early stage of the pandemic.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026
Zacharia was later advised by lawyers that she could provide legal analysis based on her law degree and international transaction experience, the person said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
In East Timor, people were out in the capital Dili under a yellow-tinged sky, but most were wearing masks, as the government advised a day earlier in announcing the school closures.
From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026
Amorim was furious Manchester United's director of football had subtly advised him to change tactics for the previous game against Wolves.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
“You see now, my queenly Blanche,” began Lady Ingram, “she encroaches. Be advised, my angel girl—and—”
From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë
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