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as in teaching
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
a revered professor of astronomy who is credited with educating many of today's leading astronomers
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as in inspiring
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
the belief that parents better educate their children by example than by sending them to Sunday school
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Recent Examples of educating
With interactive pavilions and nature trails aimed at educating visitors on Florida’s unique coastal ecosystem, the Oceanographic Coastal Center could be a full day’s worth of exploration.
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Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Looking toward the future, the family hopes to continue spreading awareness and educating others about rare diagnoses.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Lu said vertical manufacturing and educating young generations about the impact of manufacturing will also play a part in making domestic production more enticing.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
That opens the door to educating consumers about whisky fundamentals, like how grain choices impact taste.
—Hali Bey Ramdene, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Oct. 2025
Formally recognizing and educating the public about the essential role the Rapa Nui played in the eventual discovery of rapamycin is key to compensating them for their contributions.
—Ted Powers, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
In June, Fort Worth police started a campaign to increase patrols in downtown and begin educating people about the problem of loud noise.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Sep. 2025
Supporting parents could include educating parents about the protocols in place to protect students.
—Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Finally, Diarese George, CEO and President of the Nashville Public Education Foundation wrote about the strides MNPS has been making in educating Nashville children — and the community involvement that is necessary to further close those gaps.
—Andrea Williams, Nashville Tennessean, 27 Sep. 2025
Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Looking toward the future, the family hopes to continue spreading awareness and educating others about rare diagnoses.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Lu said vertical manufacturing and educating young generations about the impact of manufacturing will also play a part in making domestic production more enticing.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
That opens the door to educating consumers about whisky fundamentals, like how grain choices impact taste.
—Hali Bey Ramdene, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Oct. 2025
Formally recognizing and educating the public about the essential role the Rapa Nui played in the eventual discovery of rapamycin is key to compensating them for their contributions.
—Ted Powers, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
In June, Fort Worth police started a campaign to increase patrols in downtown and begin educating people about the problem of loud noise.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Sep. 2025
Supporting parents could include educating parents about the protocols in place to protect students.
—Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Finally, Diarese George, CEO and President of the Nashville Public Education Foundation wrote about the strides MNPS has been making in educating Nashville children — and the community involvement that is necessary to further close those gaps.
—Andrea Williams, Nashville Tennessean, 27 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for educating
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The 25-year-old started teaching children's dance classes as a teenager, worked at Wendy's to pay for her prom dress in high school and delivered groceries during the Covid-19 pandemic.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
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This at-home fundraiser has since evolved into today’s program, which, while teaching girls entrepreneurial skills, helps fund activities and service projects.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
30 Sep. 2025
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The film reveals awe-inspiring cosmic vistas and glimpses of daily life in orbit, captured with 8K ultra-high-definition cameras.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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Bridges have always been one of the most awe-inspiring marvels of engineering.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Another slipper, this one with a skinny slingback strap, featured an intricate needlepoint design with red, yellow and blue enriching it — and more colorful needlepoints shoes came down the runway.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Some theories propose a colossal asteroid impact redistributed the moon’s interior, while others suggest the moon once had a smaller sibling that merged unevenly, enriching the near side with heat-producing elements.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, the AI boom is transforming the economy.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
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Driscoll’s, the largest berry seller in the US, began working in the 1980s to make berries available year-round and more attractive in color, transforming them from a seasonal treat to a daily necessity.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
3 Oct. 2025
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For a high-value science and craft project, the Creativity for Kids Grow 'N Glow Terrarium Kit gives your little ones the chance to see how nature works by planting and nurturing their own mini-ecosystem.—
Tabitha Britt,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Oct. 2025
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And help your child develop empathy and nurturing skills.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Educating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educating. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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