teachable moment
Definition of teachable moment
US
: a time that is favorable for teaching something, such as proper behavior
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teachableplay
: capable of being taught
: apt and willing to learn
: favorable to teaching
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momentplay
: a minute portion or point of time : instant
: a comparatively brief period of time
: present time
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