1
as in teaches
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
spent his military career instructing young pilots
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2
as in informs
to give information to
instructed everyone in the use of the new telephone system
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as in tells
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 instructs
The order also instructs IDPH to publish its own, accessible vaccine guidance to the public, support school vaccination efforts, and work with local health departments, community health centers, disability organizations, and rural providers to encourage vaccination on a larger scale statewide.
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Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
The will instructs heirs to sell a 15% stake in the Italian fashion house within 18 months and later transfer an additional stake to the same buyer between three and five years after his death, or pursue an initial public offering, the news agency said, citing the will.
—Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Emery instructs players to pass backwards rather than sideways, as square passes are easier for opponents to intercept and can lead to transitions.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
The order also instructs the Texas Department of Public Safety to work with other law enforcement and regulatory agencies to enforce current laws related to the sale of consumable hemp products.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Sep. 2025
In the spot, disembodied voice (courtesy of Italian actor Riccardo Scamarcio) cheekily instructs Pitt on how to make and enjoy his coffee from a Delonghi machine.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
When people violate the rules, the policy instructs the officer to first work to educate the rider to make sure they’re informed, rather than step right to enforcement.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
The Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines each contain mRNA, which instructs cells to manufacture the coronavirus spike protein, simulating infection with the virus.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Once the victim calls for tech support help, the scammer instructs them to download a program giving access to the victim’s computer.
—Jeremy Tanner, The Hill, 30 Aug. 2025
Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
The will instructs heirs to sell a 15% stake in the Italian fashion house within 18 months and later transfer an additional stake to the same buyer between three and five years after his death, or pursue an initial public offering, the news agency said, citing the will.
—Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Emery instructs players to pass backwards rather than sideways, as square passes are easier for opponents to intercept and can lead to transitions.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
The order also instructs the Texas Department of Public Safety to work with other law enforcement and regulatory agencies to enforce current laws related to the sale of consumable hemp products.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Sep. 2025
In the spot, disembodied voice (courtesy of Italian actor Riccardo Scamarcio) cheekily instructs Pitt on how to make and enjoy his coffee from a Delonghi machine.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
When people violate the rules, the policy instructs the officer to first work to educate the rider to make sure they’re informed, rather than step right to enforcement.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
The Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines each contain mRNA, which instructs cells to manufacture the coronavirus spike protein, simulating infection with the virus.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Once the victim calls for tech support help, the scammer instructs them to download a program giving access to the victim’s computer.
—Jeremy Tanner, The Hill, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instructs
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Mariachi Los Claveles is comprised of musicians from Woodland Unified School District schools through the Woodland nonprofit of the same name that teaches mariachi to local youth.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Experience teaches us to pause, consider context and choose a deliberate response.—
Nirit Cohen,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Its latest event further informs what Felita Harris and her team set out to do with the non-profit organization that was founded in 2020.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
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Neuroscience informs us that habits and pathways established early tend to dominate later performance; the same is true in corporate culture.—
Ken Polk,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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In short, the new material can be thought of as a smart, rubbery material that tells you when it’s stressed out by literally changing color.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
11 Sep. 2025
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The school district, which educates about 23,000 students, is working toward making CPR a skill that every student learns at least once a year starting in fifth grade, said Superintendent Joe Harrington.—
Ciara McCarthy
September 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Sep. 2025
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In June, Kennedy purged all 17 highly qualified and thoroughly vetted members of the committee, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on setting vaccine policy.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
15 Sep. 2025
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PetMD advises a bland, easy-to-digest diet made up of lean proteins such as chicken or turkey, simple carbohydrates like rice or potatoes, and low fat content.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Bill Nye Our favorite Science Guy orders a caramel macchiato made with coconut milk.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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Continue reading … ORDER FROM THE COURT – Georgia judge orders Fani Willis to redo search for records in Trump election case.—
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FOXNews.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection asks guests needing special assistance, including those who use supplemental oxygen or have a hearing impairment, to contact the company ahead of time to make proper accommodations.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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The act asks the courts to force the DOE to disclose all the relevant records involved with the preparation of the report, and to cease relying on it for any regulatory actions.—
Nate Anderson,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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The title also commands the Billboard 200 as well as the Top Streaming Albums and Vinyl Albums tallies at the same time.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The roster also includes Bhojpuri film star Pawan Singh, who commands a massive fan following, and accomplished athlete Sangeeta Phogat.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Instructs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instructs. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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