as in education
the act or process of imparting knowledge or skills to another
the extended schooling needed for a horse to be able to make those precision movements
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as in teaching
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
schooled their children in proper etiquette for formal occasions
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Recent Examples of schooling
Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2024
The social price tag of placing, housing, schooling, and providing for these newcomers is high.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 21 Sep. 2024
He was born in London in 1843 and completed his formal schooling in Paris.
—Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
Lulu Spielman was managing full-time schooling alongside work when a persistent chest pain led her to an MRI scan, according to a GoFundMe posting.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 16 Nov. 2024
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According to Our Editors By Charlie Hobbs On November 15, there’s a full moon cresting in the part of the sky that’s connected to your spirituality, politics, schooling, and travel habit.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2024
The social price tag of placing, housing, schooling, and providing for these newcomers is high.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 21 Sep. 2024
He was born in London in 1843 and completed his formal schooling in Paris.
—Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
Lulu Spielman was managing full-time schooling alongside work when a persistent chest pain led her to an MRI scan, according to a GoFundMe posting.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 16 Nov. 2024
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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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Florida requires teaching Black history.South Florida Sun Sentinel, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Take Sara Blakely, who transformed from fax machine saleswoman to Disney World ride greeter to founder of Spanx and serial investor, each role teaching her something about consumer needs and market gaps.Ann Kirschner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Be sure to always check the instructions on the packaging before sudsing up.Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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This misunderstanding can result in inaccurate measurements if the recipe doesn't clarify further with weights or detailed instructions.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 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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“Schooling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/schooling. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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