as in culture
a high level of taste and enlightenment as a result of extensive intellectual training and exposure to the arts
people of cultivation appreciate the special experience that only live theater can provide
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Recent Examples of cultivation
The gardening tasks for the cultivation of 30 vegetables are laid out month by month.
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 24 Jan. 2026
His careful protection and cultivation of those seedlings into the sapling stage would have been a sure victory.
—Literary Hub, 23 Jan. 2026
Coffee cultivation in Yemen dates back to the 15th century, where it was used to increase concentration during long religious ceremonies.
—Adrienne Davis, jsonline.com, 19 Jan. 2026
How to Harvest Makrut Limes Harvesting limes is a rewarding part of the cultivation process.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for cultivation
Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 24 Jan. 2026
His careful protection and cultivation of those seedlings into the sapling stage would have been a sure victory.
—Literary Hub, 23 Jan. 2026
Coffee cultivation in Yemen dates back to the 15th century, where it was used to increase concentration during long religious ceremonies.
—Adrienne Davis, jsonline.com, 19 Jan. 2026
How to Harvest Makrut Limes Harvesting limes is a rewarding part of the cultivation process.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for cultivation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cultivation
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This kind of alignment is reinforced when leaders hire teams who share values, create a culture of communication and focus on building long-term credibility.—
Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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At this time, applications for projects in the business incentives category and arts, culture and activation category are temporarily on hold, according to the DDA website.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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Wynn Las Vegas is turning travel into a hands-on education with behind-the-scenes classes led by its world-class culinary, bar, and floral teams.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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These cases demonstrate that Californians can create a better education system for less.—
Wayne Winegarden,
Oc Register,
1 Feb. 2026
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From a civilization that is dying to one that is being born.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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This far removed from civilization, however, the balance of power flips, and the resourceful housekeeper takes control.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2026
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KidsFest activities will return for Sundays at Petco Park, with select Sundays throughout the home schedule dedicated to saluting different military branches, accomplishments and history.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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While heading to a Pro Bowl is always a great accomplishment, Sanders knows nothing is solidified for his role in 2026.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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This new suit also appears to be just the latest in Russian attempts to field-test new equipment without prolonged testing or refinement.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Jan. 2026
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The service The staff does an excellent job of balancing the refinement of a luxurious resort with a sense of casualness.—
Asonta Benetti,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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Woodson also founded the Association for the Study of African American Life and History in 1915 to research, preserve, and disseminate knowledge about Black life.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Following the money also required working closely with witnesses who had first-hand knowledge of CapRadio’s inner workings and Reina’s conduct.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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However, what has also emerged as a growing barrier for aspiring solopreneurs is a lack of AI literacy.—
Alison Coleman,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The State Department of Education would also need to generate and recommend AI literacy standards for K-12 students, assessment guidelines to evaluate understanding and a professional development plan on AI.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
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American elites aped European fashions, art, and manners, and Europeans admired American energy and efficiency.—
Eliot A. Cohen,
The Atlantic,
23 Jan. 2026
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Cultivation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cultivation. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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