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
Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 2 Apr. 2026
Since the series mirrors the experience of doctors, nurses, and students within a teaching hospital, a revolving door of staff is a natural occurrence.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Bob Parmley is a Sheridan High School instructor teaching the automotive service tech class on ACC's campus.
—Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Fortunately, divine enablement gives the faithful the power to recognize false teaching.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 2 Apr. 2026
Since the series mirrors the experience of doctors, nurses, and students within a teaching hospital, a revolving door of staff is a natural occurrence.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
Its offerings benefit local schools, businesses and community members at large, teaching people to source, cook and enjoy plant-forward meals, partnering with local chefs, farmers and artisans, as well as health-care systems.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Bob Parmley is a Sheridan High School instructor teaching the automotive service tech class on ACC's campus.
—Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for teaching
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The latest reform also failed to address the lack of education and support for employers navigating the state’s more than 1,100-page labor code.—
Tom Manzo,
Oc Register,
6 Apr. 2026
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Stephanie Christian said choosing to cut this program signaled to the state’s education workforce that teachers are not valued.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Though the financial savings enable Cristo Rey to redirect the money to educating high school students, Kendall said the benefits do more.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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Following the introduction of courses in cosmetics and fragrances in 2023, the school added new classes aimed at educating and training in the professional channel to support the increasing demand for skilled figures, especially in the hair and makeup categories.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
30 Mar. 2026
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More than 135,000 people are sheltering in over 660 collective sites, while essential services—water, sanitation, and schooling—are being severely disrupted.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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But this mayor has made clear his intention to ensure both genuine community involvement in schooling and accountability in outcomes.—
Dennis Walcott,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
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The MorphoScan scale comes with an instruction manual and a USB-A-to-USB-C charging cable, but no wall brick.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
5 Apr. 2026
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Gardeners should carefully read and follow label instructions and avoid applying treatments when pollinators are most active.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Teaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teaching. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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