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to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
carefully coached her through the home-buying process
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Recent Examples of coaching
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 Jan. 2026
Shula, 39, began his coaching career at Ball State as an assistant linebackers coach in 2010, then was a graduate assistant at Indiana and spent two years as defensive coordinator at John Carroll in Ohio.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 Jan. 2026
Steinberg told Fox News Digital in a recent interview that Harbaugh is far and away the best candidate for all eight teams currently with head coaching vacancies.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 10 Jan. 2026
Sullivan is now spearheading the coaching search with Dolphins owner Steve Ross, according to a league source.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Manette has been supportive of Curt's college football coaching career, while also continuing her own work as a pharmacist.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
And yet, Kyle Shanahan and his coaching staff have managed to keep their team afloat, plugging in young reserves and positioning them for impactful contributions.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
Mac Engel Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Arkansas Online, 11 Jan. 2026
The report also stated that LaFleur wasn’t coaching for his job against the Bears in the sense that his future wouldn’t be decided by four quarters.
—Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2026
In the early stages of their search for a head coach, the Dolphins have focused on a mix of candidates -- some who have head coaching experience and others who do not.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
Jon Cooper was honored before the game for coaching his 1,000th NHL game, all with the Lightning.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Harbaugh immediately became the top head coaching candidate on the market and has drawn interest from all teams with a vacancy, according to multiple reports.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 10 Jan. 2026
His work amid the injury woes could make a case for a postseason assistant coach of the year award, and Kyle Shanahan has an argument for the head coaching version of the honor given the 49ers’ success despite losing so many players.
—Pueng Vongs, Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2025
For the market, the coaching carousel will keep roiling until vacancies are filled, and big names like Riley will continue to get floated around.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
He was let go with a year left on his contract and is not in coaching.
—Joe Davidson, Sacramento Bee, 6 Jan. 2025
Noun
Because the league’s attempts at poaching coaching talent are a sign of what’s gotten the 14-3 Broncos this far.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 Jan. 2026
Shula, 39, began his coaching career at Ball State as an assistant linebackers coach in 2010, then was a graduate assistant at Indiana and spent two years as defensive coordinator at John Carroll in Ohio.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 Jan. 2026
Steinberg told Fox News Digital in a recent interview that Harbaugh is far and away the best candidate for all eight teams currently with head coaching vacancies.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 10 Jan. 2026
Sullivan is now spearheading the coaching search with Dolphins owner Steve Ross, according to a league source.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Manette has been supportive of Curt's college football coaching career, while also continuing her own work as a pharmacist.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
And yet, Kyle Shanahan and his coaching staff have managed to keep their team afloat, plugging in young reserves and positioning them for impactful contributions.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
Verb
After the '23 season, Cignetti accepted the head coaching job at Indiana University, and, because of the then-new lax transfer policy, took more than a dozen of his JMU players with him to Bloomington.
—Mac Engel Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Arkansas Online, 11 Jan. 2026
The report also stated that LaFleur wasn’t coaching for his job against the Bears in the sense that his future wouldn’t be decided by four quarters.
—Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2026
In the early stages of their search for a head coach, the Dolphins have focused on a mix of candidates -- some who have head coaching experience and others who do not.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
Jon Cooper was honored before the game for coaching his 1,000th NHL game, all with the Lightning.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Harbaugh immediately became the top head coaching candidate on the market and has drawn interest from all teams with a vacancy, according to multiple reports.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 10 Jan. 2026
His work amid the injury woes could make a case for a postseason assistant coach of the year award, and Kyle Shanahan has an argument for the head coaching version of the honor given the 49ers’ success despite losing so many players.
—Pueng Vongs, Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2025
For the market, the coaching carousel will keep roiling until vacancies are filled, and big names like Riley will continue to get floated around.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
He was let go with a year left on his contract and is not in coaching.
—Joe Davidson, Sacramento Bee, 6 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coaching
Noun
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Hurley, a 30-year-old librarian librarian from Berkeley, California, went into teaching mode.—
Zach Dyer,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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The preacher and the doctrine Rusty Yates was a follower of Woroniecki, who regularly traveled to college campuses and large events to spread his teachings, which would profoundly shape the Yates family’s worldview.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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For visitors, this means the people guiding your raft or instructing your clinic possess deep expertise and enthusiasm for their work.—
Bill Bootz,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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Bobby will forever be a guiding force whose unique artistry reshaped American music.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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His days often begin before sunrise and include multiple training sessions, focusing on conditioning, endurance and strength.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Learn the right way to protect your air conditioning unit this winter season.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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While Morgan and Luke Kuechly have been mentoring the 2024 third-round pick, the Panthers probably need to upgrade over him with the top inside linebacker spot — or, at the very least, get some worthwhile insurance for his recovery from season-ending surgery.—
Mike Kaye
January 12,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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His job duties included coordinating various support services for student-athletes, including directly mentoring the men’s basketball, football and volleyball programs.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Most of the complexes also include unusual amenities like on-site child care, smoking cessation classes, areas for on-site food cultivation, English classes, advice for job searches and help securing a high school diploma.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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There is a meaningful difference between the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and the cultivation of mental health.—
Scott LoMurray,
Time,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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And at Sierra Canyon School, the administration has formed a partnership with AI education platform edYOU, which provides students with personalized chatbot avatars that can help them with everything from tutoring to tracking their coursework.—
Degen Pener,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Jan. 2026
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Over the years, Byrd studied under Terry Riley, Steve Reich, and eventually John Cage, the latter of whom spent additional time tutoring him in New York City.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
15 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Julia Mejia arguably received the most favorable committee chairmanship of Worrell’s supporters, with education.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Summit speakers explored the current landscape of business and industry across health care, child care, education, manufacturing and development sectors, by discussing trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the region’s economy.—
Marianne Love,
Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The academy, located near College Parkway and State Avenue, is primarily tasked with training new recruits but also provides ongoing professional development and training.—
Sofi Zeman
January 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 Jan. 2026
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With the injury taking place so late in the year, Kittle won’t be a regular participant in OTAs and training camp and stands to miss a chunk of the 2026 season.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Coaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coaching. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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