as in educated
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
a master gardener taught us about the basics of organic gardening
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Recent Examples of taught
Sydney Sasser, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2025
Tyx has lived in the Kansas City area for four years and previously taught middle school Spanish.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2025
Girl Scouts also taught me how to lead with confidence, communicate effectively and manage my time, all skills that became essential throughout my academic journey.
—Karina Torres Figueroa, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2025
Friday Night Lights taught us that clear eyes and full hearts can't lose.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Aug. 2025
His professional experience taught him valuable lessons about the human side of wealth management over the long term.
—Big Think, 5 Aug. 2025
Technical skills can be taught.
—Jeff Weiss, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
These stores taught young girls how to navigate fashion retail and gave them a safe space to experiment with style.
—Essence, 4 Aug. 2025
His father Moise worked as a computer programmer for the Community Renewal Team in Hartford, and his mother Elise taught French at the Renbrook School for many years.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The class begins with incarcerated people being taught general knowledge of the industry.
—Sydney Sasser, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2025
Tyx has lived in the Kansas City area for four years and previously taught middle school Spanish.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2025
Girl Scouts also taught me how to lead with confidence, communicate effectively and manage my time, all skills that became essential throughout my academic journey.
—Karina Torres Figueroa, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2025
Friday Night Lights taught us that clear eyes and full hearts can't lose.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Aug. 2025
His professional experience taught him valuable lessons about the human side of wealth management over the long term.
—Big Think, 5 Aug. 2025
Technical skills can be taught.
—Jeff Weiss, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
These stores taught young girls how to navigate fashion retail and gave them a safe space to experiment with style.
—Essence, 4 Aug. 2025
His father Moise worked as a computer programmer for the Community Renewal Team in Hartford, and his mother Elise taught French at the Renbrook School for many years.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for taught
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His base appeared to be whiter, richer, and more educated than the city as a whole.—
Eric Lach,
New Yorker,
9 Oct. 2025
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To carry out her vision, McMahon has brought on at least 20 political appointees from ultraconservative think tanks and advocacy groups eager to de-emphasize public schools, which have educated students for roughly 200 years.—
Megan O’Matz,
ProPublica,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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All hail to the poetry slam, which schooled me in the art of living a flawed, slapdash life out loud for everyone to see.—
Via Scribner,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
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Arthur later schooled me in the wonders of Belgian beers, now bringing those ideas to vibrant life at his brewery, The Lost Abbey.—
Peter Rowe,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Saad El Haddad did well to work space on the left to cross deep to the back post, where Othmane Maamma was able to keep the ball alive, under challenge, and slip it across to Fouad Zahouani, who found the target.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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Staff and officers at the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service who were able to check their emails have also received notices that their firings were in error, according to a CDC official with knowledge of the situation who asked not to be named for fear of retaliation.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Exceptions are made for legally married couples and qualified military personnel.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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The process begins with nominations, which can be made only by certain qualified individuals—such as national government officials, university professors in relevant fields, previous laureates, and members of international courts.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Snell is capable of shutting down any lineup at any time.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
14 Oct. 2025
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Inversion's answer to this is based on its reusable Arc orbital reentry vehicle, which is an aerodynamic capsule capable of carrying up to 500 lb (225 kg) of cargo.—
David Szondy
October 13,
New Atlas,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In response to a Star inquiry, the State Department confirmed Arrington’s role in obtaining the replica and described the former director as helpful and knowledgeable.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
13 Oct. 2025
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That’s what gives me hope, seeing that our future leaders are going to be strong and knowledgeable, and will make decisions that will benefit everyone, not just themselves.—
Kathleen Rellihan,
Outside,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Just imagine that the people who are running the government aren’t entirely competent.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
10 Oct. 2025
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In January, the court determined McCarrick was not competent to stand trial.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Not only is the warm color palette perfect for the upcoming season, but the flowy, breathable drape of the skirt, paired with a fitted bodice, is the ideal style for layering.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Aug. 2025
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For fitted sheets, follow the same steps, just without the hospital corners.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Taught.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taught. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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