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as in teaching
the act or process of imparting knowledge or skills to another
entered a convent for religious training
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as in apprenticeship
a period of undergoing practical instruction in one's job or career
on-the-job training teacher training
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as in conditioning
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
has been training track-and-field athletes at the school for years
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as in educating
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
will train the students in good study habits
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as in focusing
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
train all your thoughts on imagining how you'd score the winning goal in the game
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as in aiming
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
trained his eyes on the distant bull's-eye
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as in preparing
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
he's so experienced that they usually use him to train new recruits
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Recent Examples of training
Vivian Jones, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Reuters reported that without a deal, the Federal Aviation Administration would have to furlough more than 17,000 employees and stop air traffic controller training.
—Juliann Ventura, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
OpenAI’s o1 incorporates training on step-by-step problem-solving that makes an AI model better able to tackle these types of problems.
—Will Knight, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
Study the rule book Sean Payton often spends time during OTAs and training camp practicing rare and even obscure scenarios.
—Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Local school districts would have flexibility on when in the day and year the safety training would take place.
—Vivian Jones, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Reuters reported that without a deal, the Federal Aviation Administration would have to furlough more than 17,000 employees and stop air traffic controller training.
—Juliann Ventura, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
OpenAI’s o1 incorporates training on step-by-step problem-solving that makes an AI model better able to tackle these types of problems.
—Will Knight, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
Study the rule book Sean Payton often spends time during OTAs and training camp practicing rare and even obscure scenarios.
—Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Here are some exercises to consider adding to your tool kit: • Skills Audit: Catalog your transferable skills.Mark Protus, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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But sportswear is often made of synthetic materials, which can start to smell after being worn during exercise, even after one use.Anna Bader, Glamour, 2 Jan. 2025
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Some of the defendants are accused of participating in a hate campaign that contributed to the climate of animosity around Paty's teaching, while others allegedly aided Anzorov in preparing for the attack.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Even as Shams makes some naive and dangerous mistakes while trying to land a job, the Sufi teachings of Toufik and his father add positive lessons of love and compassion that help Shams become more grounded and confident.Alissa Simon, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
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Because unlike grants, starting an apprenticeship program is not a one-time expense.Ryan Craig, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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In 1715, Franklin’s money-conscious father removed his young son from the Boston grammar school that might have led to a college education and sent him to learn writing and arithmetic in preparation for a printing apprenticeship.James Fox, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 Dec. 2024
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Billions in tax dollars are spent educating Kentucky's public school students each year, with the largest chunk of change going toward the almost 100,000 staff members running the state's schools.Krista Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
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This fosters inclusivity by respecting individual traditions, ensuring meaningful celebrations, and educating the team on these holidays, creating a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and included.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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In a statement Monday on the appointment, Macy’s said Chavez spent his more than 45-year career in the retail industry focusing on luxury.David Moin, WWD, 6 Jan. 2025
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In a period when most high end e-tailers were focusing on the top tier of clients only, and dropping contemporary and mid-level brands, Zalando continued to push these brands.Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 6 Jan. 2025
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The team will gather student input and feedback and promote student engagement by assisting with the planning and preparing of events.Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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In the Prime Video clip overlaid with a theme track, the protagonist can be seen preparing to do battle against enemies who have arrived at his house, as the tension ratchets up.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
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Employers can't take adverse actions against employees for this practice, but firearms must remain out of sight.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
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However, this practice has sparked skepticism among job seekers, who are becoming increasingly cautious about roles that lack clear timelines or active recruitment efforts.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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According to a 2023 American Community Survey by the U.S. Census Bureau, the education level of 31% of Tennesseans age 25 and older is a high school diploma or its equivalent.Rachel Wegner, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
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This article is part of The Times’ early childhood education initiative, focusing on the learning and development of California children from birth to age 5.Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Training.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/training. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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