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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
Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Mar. 2026
As organizations have flattened their organizational structures and cut out middle managers, mentorship and coaching have fallen by the wayside.
—Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
Vitello, hired from the University of Tennessee despite no professional playing or coaching experience, became the ninth manager in baseball history to be shut out in each of his first two games with a team, and seventh to do so in his first two games overall, according to Sportradar.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
The lawsuit also alleged that Goodenbour and USF were negligent, meaning the university and the coaching staff had a duty to care for the twins and had failed to do so.
—Julia Haney, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
On most teams, what the Wizards did would be considered coaching malpractice.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026
Over time, this data could influence coaching decisions and even player value.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
In recent days, Freeny met with UCLA’s coaching staff to discuss the outlook on his playing time next season and come to an agreement financially.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 28 Mar. 2026
With a full medical clinic, behavioral health center, food pantry and financial coaching now housed under one roof, CEO Cathy Barker hopes to set people on the track to be healthier as a whole in just one visit.
—Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Since then, Cantens has crafted an eclectic career that has included two years coaching pro ball in Germany.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
Currently coaching Duke’s wings, Dildy worked with Charlotte Hornets’ rookie Kon Knueppel last season, and is guiding NBA Lottery pick-hopeful Isiah Evans this season.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 21 Mar. 2026
So was Eidevall, who arrived in San Diego after coaching for Arsenal in the Women’s Super League.
—Fernando Ramirez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Johnson, who also teaches health and kinesiology at Delta, was hired in 1997 and has spent 34 years coaching at the community college level, including time at Foothill College in Los Altos.
—Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
Flynn Clayman and his wife get to juggle not only coaching duties during March Madness while managing parenting duties for 19-month old son, Quinn.
—ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
McClure played in the trenches at Sac State from 1987-91 and was a member of the Hornets faculty and coaching staff from 1997-2004 before embarking on assistant coaching gigs at UCLA, Nevada, Kansas and others.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Shourya has a passion for teaching improv and has been coaching students at the nearby junior high to build their skills.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Noun
Some programs have built their identity on hard coaching or amassing the most talent possible, and while Campbell isn’t soft on his players, he’s opted to create a culture of joy that’s led to TCU signing Van Lith and Miles.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Mar. 2026
As organizations have flattened their organizational structures and cut out middle managers, mentorship and coaching have fallen by the wayside.
—Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
Vitello, hired from the University of Tennessee despite no professional playing or coaching experience, became the ninth manager in baseball history to be shut out in each of his first two games with a team, and seventh to do so in his first two games overall, according to Sportradar.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
The lawsuit also alleged that Goodenbour and USF were negligent, meaning the university and the coaching staff had a duty to care for the twins and had failed to do so.
—Julia Haney, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
On most teams, what the Wizards did would be considered coaching malpractice.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026
Over time, this data could influence coaching decisions and even player value.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
In recent days, Freeny met with UCLA’s coaching staff to discuss the outlook on his playing time next season and come to an agreement financially.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 28 Mar. 2026
With a full medical clinic, behavioral health center, food pantry and financial coaching now housed under one roof, CEO Cathy Barker hopes to set people on the track to be healthier as a whole in just one visit.
—Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
This is still the most natural — and the most important — aspect of coaching for Donovan.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Since then, Cantens has crafted an eclectic career that has included two years coaching pro ball in Germany.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
Currently coaching Duke’s wings, Dildy worked with Charlotte Hornets’ rookie Kon Knueppel last season, and is guiding NBA Lottery pick-hopeful Isiah Evans this season.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 21 Mar. 2026
So was Eidevall, who arrived in San Diego after coaching for Arsenal in the Women’s Super League.
—Fernando Ramirez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Johnson, who also teaches health and kinesiology at Delta, was hired in 1997 and has spent 34 years coaching at the community college level, including time at Foothill College in Los Altos.
—Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
Flynn Clayman and his wife get to juggle not only coaching duties during March Madness while managing parenting duties for 19-month old son, Quinn.
—ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
McClure played in the trenches at Sac State from 1987-91 and was a member of the Hornets faculty and coaching staff from 1997-2004 before embarking on assistant coaching gigs at UCLA, Nevada, Kansas and others.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Shourya has a passion for teaching improv and has been coaching students at the nearby junior high to build their skills.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coaching
Noun
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Gustavus Adolphus College said in a statement that Banks is on leave and has made plans to cover his teaching and advising duties.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Austrian government plans to accompany the ban with an effort to beef up schools' teaching of how to use media and deal with artificial intelligence.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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More than a saying, pura vida is a guiding philosophy that honors simplicity and sustainability, and celebrates the deep-rooted connection between people and their environment.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Mar. 2026
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Pluto is in your supportive 4th house, guiding conversations with housemates or relatives about necessary shifts.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Since electric bills are higher in the summer when people are using air conditioning, Tolentino said ComEd offers efficiency options where the price of electricity varies by the time of day.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
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This bright and airy two-bedroom in Monopoli, surrounded by the Art Nouveau villas that characterize the region, is equipped with modern features and essentials (namely, air conditioning) while still paying homage to Puglia’s traditional architecture.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Architectural Digest,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The program, which runs from May 31-June 7, gives students and young professionals a chance to travel to London and attend a variety of programming at the festival, including screenings, panels, keynotes, mentoring sessions, workshops, and parties.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
25 Mar. 2026
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Flanagan began mentoring boys in the juvenile justice system and established his first home for boys in 1917 in downtown Omaha.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The flax cultivation is powered entirely by rainfall, and refined through a 100 percent mechanical extraction, zero-waste process.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Mar. 2026
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And both recognize the importance of the education of character, the cultivation of decency, and the taming of the dark passions.—
Peter Wehner,
The Atlantic,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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My office hours were more like counseling sessions than tutoring.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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As of now, a training center in Shandong is tutoring dozens of humanoids in basic tasks such as carrying trays, folding clothes, and retrieving water from shelves.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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In November, he is set to face Democratic nominee Katy Padilla Stout, who comes from a more traditional background in law and education.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Mar. 2026
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Part of the money will also go toward expansion of Philander Smith's health education facilities, including space for soon-to-be radiologists and phlebotomists.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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Both bills would establish teacher training academies focused on the science of reading so educators could earn an early literacy micro-credential.—
Nuria Martinez-Keel,
Oklahoma Voice,
26 Mar. 2026
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The academy provides resources and hosts trainings to help educators learn about AI and integrate AI tools into their classrooms.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Coaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coaching. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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