as in to guide
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
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Recent Examples of mentor
Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Hally’s vindictive turn is a betrayal, not just of their bond, but of the dream of a more equitable South Africa that could tolerate a Black man being a mentor to a spoiled, brokenhearted white kid.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Mashama embodies that ethos, including by mentoring the next generation of groundbreaking chefs.
—Kamala Harris, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The Pitt’s vocal online fandom has been frustrated with what some viewers see as a shift from season one to season two, with less screen time for women of color and more attention on Robby, whose behavior this season undercuts the warm, supportive mentor of season one.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Hally’s vindictive turn is a betrayal, not just of their bond, but of the dream of a more equitable South Africa that could tolerate a Black man being a mentor to a spoiled, brokenhearted white kid.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
While in New York, the king will visit a grassroots community organization that mentors children and young people affected by food insecurity through a sustainable urban farming after-school program, reflecting his longtime interest in environmental and social causes.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Mashama embodies that ethos, including by mentoring the next generation of groundbreaking chefs.
—Kamala Harris, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mentor
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An epiphany Through the years since Sherman began speaking publicly about moving the team from Kauffman Stadium to a modern home most preferably in the city, Hall was a frequent advisor — or at least an ear.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2026
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This week, Bloomberg interviews White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett and takes a look at carbon-market costs.—
Tim Quinson,
Bloomberg,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That process started with those trades and continued into free agency, when Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn prioritized veteran players to help guide a young roster.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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There are also in-room massages, guided hikes through surrounding trails, and sound healing sessions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Alfred is the only GOP candidate slated to appear on the Senate District 21 ballot and is set to face either incumbent Adrienne Benavidez or newcomer Alex Ryckman, a teacher, after the Democratic primary in June.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2026
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Having a neutral arbitrator hear teacher termination cases, like many public employees, would ensure fairness when a teacher’s career is on the line.—
Rep. Nick Menapace,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After 26 years in college basketball that included a 19-season run at Florida with back-to-back national championships in 2006 and ’07, Donovan moved to the NBA in 2015 to coach the Oklahoma City Thunder.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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While much of the lineup has changed for Charlotte since last season’s playoffs, the Checkers are still coached by Geordie Kinnear, who many players credited for the team’s big playoff run in 2025.—
Steve Lyttle,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The case counsellor shook my hand.—
Saïd Sayrafiezadeh,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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As a result, educators are leaving the profession, classrooms are overcrowded, and mental health counselors and other critical supports are disappearing.—
Kevin Vick,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Mentor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mentor. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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