1
as in teaching
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
spent his military career instructing young pilots
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2
as in informing
to give information to
instructed everyone in the use of the new telephone system
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as in telling
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
the proctors instructed everyone to put their pencils down and hand in their tests
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Recent Examples of instructing
Both Blue Origin and Space Force officials are instructing the public to report any debris that may wash up on nearby shores.
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Josh Dinner, Space.com, 29 May 2026
Teachers took on a hybrid role, instructing in their classrooms while also accommodating the online learners.
—Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 28 May 2026
In the May 25 video, shared by TMZ, Crowe can be seen instructing a group of fans, who reportedly gathered outside his Paris hotel for autographs.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 26 May 2026
In each study, researchers observed participants over time rather than instructing them to consume a specific amount of legumes or soy.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 19 May 2026
Other footage showed Israeli forces on speedboats approaching and instructing the activists to move to the front of the boat.
—Suzan Fraser, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
For much of the last quarter century, Beijing has considered all Uyghur militants abroad as terrorists and has repeatedly accused Uyghur movements of inspiring or instructing thousands of terrorist attacks, some deadly, inside China over a three-decade period.
—Emily Feng, NPR, 17 May 2026
Cosyland is instructing consumers to contact the company for repair parts, which include protective nets, stabilizing feet and installation instructions.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
On Thursday, Hoskin’s office sent out a news release instructing local election authorities across the state to continue election preparation activities, like candidate filing and ballot programming, based on the congressional districts established under the gerrymandered map.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026
Josh Dinner, Space.com, 29 May 2026
Teachers took on a hybrid role, instructing in their classrooms while also accommodating the online learners.
—Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 28 May 2026
In the May 25 video, shared by TMZ, Crowe can be seen instructing a group of fans, who reportedly gathered outside his Paris hotel for autographs.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 26 May 2026
In each study, researchers observed participants over time rather than instructing them to consume a specific amount of legumes or soy.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 19 May 2026
Other footage showed Israeli forces on speedboats approaching and instructing the activists to move to the front of the boat.
—Suzan Fraser, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
For much of the last quarter century, Beijing has considered all Uyghur militants abroad as terrorists and has repeatedly accused Uyghur movements of inspiring or instructing thousands of terrorist attacks, some deadly, inside China over a three-decade period.
—Emily Feng, NPR, 17 May 2026
Cosyland is instructing consumers to contact the company for repair parts, which include protective nets, stabilizing feet and installation instructions.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
On Thursday, Hoskin’s office sent out a news release instructing local election authorities across the state to continue election preparation activities, like candidate filing and ballot programming, based on the congressional districts established under the gerrymandered map.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instructing
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After teaching at Bard College for over two decades, Sante has retired from academia and lives in Kingston, New York.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Jacob is also part of a culinary class that gives back to the community by teaching older adults how to use new technology at a local senior center.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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But the mark goes beyond informing consumers.—
Roy Stephen Canivel,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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These efforts are also informing the design of GE Aerospace’s open-rotor engine under the Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE) program.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Since the disclosure and the Phans’ trial continuance, an independent review into the Middlesex DA’s handling of the case found that no attorneys were aware of the allegations against Quigley until immediately prior to telling the defense.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
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Trump had a heated phone call with Netanyahu, telling him not to go through with those actions.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
9 June 2026
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During his welcome address, Leo appealed to Spaniards, especially political leaders, to put polemics aside and invest in educating young people to appreciate diversity and complexity rather than shunning them.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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For much of its first decade, OPRR was dedicated primarily to educating the nation’s researchers about how to ethically study people.—
Megan Molteni,
STAT,
5 June 2026
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What players should know The Hoosier Lottery has added a disclaimer to the game's webpage advising players who wish to file a complaint or protest regarding a ticket to complete a formal claim form or contact lottery officials directly.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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As mentor, the Ami founder will guide the Grand Prize and Special Prize winners over the course of a year, advising on both creative direction and business strategy.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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Worth ordering something to eat, too?—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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The survey also found majority support in all parties for government interventions including testing additives for safety before they can be included in food products, banning artificial dyes, requiring warning labels, and ordering companies to reduce the amount of sugar and salt in their foods.—
Sarah Todd,
STAT,
3 June 2026
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Rooms vary in size and color palette but all offer soft rugs, silk throws, a neutral but warm color scheme with accent colors like purple, floral bouquets, and large beds just asking to be jumped on.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Ahead of the 2024 election, the group drafted a memo asking whomever the incoming president was to mobilize federal agencies and welcoming presidential involvement in events and initiatives.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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The Knicks defeated the Spurs, 105-104, in dramatic fashion to take a commanding 2-0 series lead in the 2026 NBA Finals — and the next two games are back at home, in front of the rowdiest, most passionate fan base in all of professional sports.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
6 June 2026
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The Rao house sits on a hilltop with a commanding view of the cul-de-sac below.—
Thomas Lake,
AJC.com,
4 June 2026
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“Instructing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instructing. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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