as in education
the understanding and information gained from being educated
he impressed everyone with his general literacy as well as his natural intelligence
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Recent Examples of literacy
Taiwan actually has one of the highest literacy rates in the world, and people here have a deep love of books.
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Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Under structured literacy instruction, students are given a systematic dose of phonics, moving carefully through the alphabet.
—Kathryn Muchnick, Louisville Courier Journal, 16 Feb. 2026
Continued payments require verified participation in literacy training aimed at reducing recidivism.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Under his guidance, students have helped author and inspire Illinois legislation on issues that include climate education, media literacy, fentanyl awareness and maternal health equity, the district said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
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Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Under structured literacy instruction, students are given a systematic dose of phonics, moving carefully through the alphabet.
—Kathryn Muchnick, Louisville Courier Journal, 16 Feb. 2026
Continued payments require verified participation in literacy training aimed at reducing recidivism.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Under his guidance, students have helped author and inspire Illinois legislation on issues that include climate education, media literacy, fentanyl awareness and maternal health equity, the district said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for literacy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for literacy
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For younger players like Anthony and Tolle, who began learning the challenge system while it was tested in the minor leagues, this spring training is simply a continuation of their education.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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And [for] a kid that never really went to acting classes and never went to acting school or anything like that, that was my education.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Feb. 2026
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Once the elite athletes have been identified, they are helped to fulfil their potential in programs that utilize cutting edge knowledge, science and technology, including the functional use of psychology.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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Every mortgage review is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of financial products.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
21 Feb. 2026
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The Blue Owl episode may ultimately serve as a learning moment for the industry, Walters added.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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Taking cues from kids as to their interests and passions is a great way to spark a love of learning.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
23 Feb. 2026
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And that talent earned him a scholarship to the University of Pittsburgh.—
Christopher DeRose,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2026
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The brand, in partnership with BeyGood, awarded $500,000 to 25 cosmetology students and 25 salon owners in need in its first round and has since continued the scholarship program.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Literacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/literacy. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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