as in to teach
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
indoctrinated children in proper safety procedures
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In boardrooms and locker rooms alike, we’re taught to chase the next title, the next win, the next peak.—
Don Yaeger,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025 -
At a time when so many tourism markets are facing decline, Puerto Rico is teaching us a powerful lesson: culture drives the economy.—
Wilson Santiago Burgos,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
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The local chamber, with its nearly 500 business partners, is among the top 10 in size of all LGBTQ chambers nationwide, and Cannon helps connect, educate and advocate its members.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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“Indoctrinate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indoctrinate. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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