1
as in schooling
the act or process of imparting knowledge or skills to another
a teacher who devoted herself to the education of children with special needs
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as in literacy
the understanding and information gained from being educated
a person whose extensive education was obvious to all who met him
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Recent Examples of education
Its customer base covers various areas, including animals, education, health care, and homelessness.
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ArsTechnica, 13 June 2025
Serving as a pressure campaign, Sanders is aiming to force vulnerable congresspeople to vote against any cuts to Medicaid, housing, nutrition, education and other basic needs to pay for more tax breaks for the richest people in America, the press release says.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2025
Affordable housing plans stalled at Brooklyn Village The education building is part of the development’s Phase II plans, which aren’t set to start for six to eight years, Peebles Corp. said.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2025
As schools transitioned to virtual education during the COVID-19 pandemic, second grade teacher Lindsay Barnett surveyed the entertainment options available to her students at home.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 12 June 2025
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ArsTechnica, 13 June 2025
Serving as a pressure campaign, Sanders is aiming to force vulnerable congresspeople to vote against any cuts to Medicaid, housing, nutrition, education and other basic needs to pay for more tax breaks for the richest people in America, the press release says.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2025
Affordable housing plans stalled at Brooklyn Village The education building is part of the development’s Phase II plans, which aren’t set to start for six to eight years, Peebles Corp. said.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2025
As schools transitioned to virtual education during the COVID-19 pandemic, second grade teacher Lindsay Barnett surveyed the entertainment options available to her students at home.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for education
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The letter comes amid the former couple’s ongoing legal battles over their daughter’s schooling and summer schedule.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
16 June 2025
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With the governor’s signature, Craig can give someone a job after basic health and safety instruction instead of turning them away and directing them to get 1,550 hours of traditional and costly schooling.—
Andrew Wimer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Beyond their aesthetic appeal, the fragments offer unique insights into Roman artistry and literacy.—
Willem Marx,
NPR,
20 June 2025
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New York City is rolling out a new financial literacy initiative in its public schools next academic year, Mayor Adams announced Wednesday.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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There was one part of Howard's character that hit closer to home: teaching.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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Upstairs tutoring and studying spaces, a library and teaching labs are reserved specifically for athletes and feature abundant glass, daylight and an airy sense of openness.—
Sharron van der Meulen,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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As early as the first days of Israel’s strikes, Tehran asked several countries to persuade U.S. President Donald Trump to call on Israel for an immediate ceasefire, NBC News reported, citing a Middle East diplomat with knowledge of the situation.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
17 June 2025
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Part of that evaluation was an MRI exam, according to a person with knowledge of the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because neither Haliburton nor the team revealed that publicly.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2025
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What the data show The crime rate in CMS increased after the COVID-19 pandemic when students returned to in-person instruction.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2025
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Where applicable, include order confirmations, status updates, and next-step instructions.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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According to a recent Forbes survey, AI and machine learning represent the top tech spending area in 2025, capturing 42% of IT budgets.—
Muamer Cisija,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The other machine learning models showed CIEDE2000 error ranges betwen 1.1 and 1.6, with a baseline as high as 13.8.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
9 June 2025
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Donors designate how their contributions can be used, often earmarking them for scholarships, faculty positions or capital improvements.—
Ata Sarajedini,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2025
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The Australian Intelligence Corps offered Wilson a scholarship, the actress says.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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“Education.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/education. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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