as in education
the act or process of imparting knowledge or skills to another
a chemist who has devoted his career to teaching, even though he could have made a lot more money in an industrial job
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as in educating
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
a master gardener taught us about the basics of organic gardening
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Recent Examples of teaching
Colin Bedell, Them, 14 Jan. 2025
Her experience, leadership acuity, passion for students and commitment to the craft of teaching will benefit our school community for years to come.
—Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Millions of retirees devoted themselves to protecting our communities, teaching our children and delivering essential services.
—Suzanne Blake
reporter, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Writing, speaking, teaching, and sharing your ideas will take on new forms, especially with technology changing rapidly.
—Colin Bedell, Them, 14 Jan. 2025
Her experience, leadership acuity, passion for students and commitment to the craft of teaching will benefit our school community for years to come.
—Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
The victims of the attack included an ex-Princeton University football player, a recent high school grad bound for nursing school, a young mother teaching her daughter how to read and a father of two celebrating the new year with his cousin, among others.
—Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Millions of retirees devoted themselves to protecting our communities, teaching our children and delivering essential services.
—Suzanne Blake
reporter, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Kim said he’s been mulling legislation that could win bipartisan support and help people come together — perhaps investments in civics education or a national service program as the country prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary.—
Mary Clare Jalonick,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2025
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Labor shortages, among other factors, are causing some hiring managers and supervisors to prioritize the weighted value of experience and skills above education.—
Terina Allen,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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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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Resettlement agencies typically help refugees adjust to life in the U.S., assisting with employment, housing, and schooling.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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They were offered no schooling and allowed outside for just an hour a day.—
Jazzmin Jiwa,
TIME,
16 Jan. 2025
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Everyday robes should be washed regularly, following the instructions on the care tag.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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Even as President Donald Trump recently obliterated the federal government’s support for DEI, his executive order leaves academic instruction untouched.—
Matt Beienburg,
National Review,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Teaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teaching. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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