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as in to teach
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
tutored me in Spanish
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as in to guide
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
bought a video series designed to tutor a person in the fine art of decorating cakes
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Recent Examples of tutor
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
She’s being raised in upper crust Gilead society, tutored in a private girls’ school led by Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) for a potential prosperous husband, specifically one in the upper ranks of the military.
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
ABC News,
23 May 2026
Garret needs a philosophy tutor and Hannah needs a boyfriend to capture the interest of her punk-rocker crush, Justin (Josh Heuston).
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Ct Jones,
Rolling Stone,
22 May 2026
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Cole tutored with Casa de Amistad from 2022 through 2025, the news release stated.
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News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
She’s being raised in upper crust Gilead society, tutored in a private girls’ school led by Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) for a potential prosperous husband, specifically one in the upper ranks of the military.
—
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
Noun
While nearly every National Spelling Bee champion over the past 15 years has worked with a coach, the 32-year-old Remer is the country's only full-time, professional tutor for elite spellers.
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ABC News,
23 May 2026
Garret needs a philosophy tutor and Hannah needs a boyfriend to capture the interest of her punk-rocker crush, Justin (Josh Heuston).
—
Ct Jones,
Rolling Stone,
22 May 2026
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While younger generations were taught in school about the atrocities of the Holocaust, the book found that family lore continued to sanitize the past with grandparents often painted as heroes, rescuers or victims themselves.
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Those conversations taught him to look at himself as someone who could solve problems.
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October 23 – November 21 Scorpio, deeper truths guide practical action.
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The speed at which the tool was completed, which was about two months, also impressed Microsoft Chief Executive Satya Nadella, who has placed great trust in Andreou to guide Copilot, the company’s pivotal AI product, in a more competitive direction.
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The decision comes after several parents and teachers expressed concern about AI.
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The classroom reflects the Academy’s inclusive model for students, teachers, and families, and also lays the foundation for continued collaboration between Roborock and Miami Lighthouse.
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Originally established to support anonymous crime-tip programs, the event has grown to help fund specialized equipment for local law enforcement, provide youth scholarships and educate participants about crime prevention efforts in the community.
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Its job is to educate the public, adopt regulations and investigate, audit and penalize businesses that mishandle personal information.
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Dusty May's only dream growing up was coaching high school basketball in his home state of Indiana.
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The camp is being led by Geordie Kinnear, who coaches the Charlotte Checkers, the Panthers’ AHL affiliate.
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Nejat’s inspection was conducted by an instructor and Delta video producer named Matthew Miller.
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The elder Moniak, now 86, played six seasons in the Red Sox farm system from 1958-63, and like Hall of Famer Carl Yastrzemski, was among the young outfielders who benefited from the tutelage of a special batting instructor named Ted Williams at spring training ‘61-63.
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The organization this year was pleased to increase the number of scholars chosen to five, each of whom received scholarship support in the amount of $20,000 and will be mentored throughout their undergraduate education and into their future careers.
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When Tess takes on the role of mentoring Kenny’s daughter, a talented country singer in her own right, the two get reacquainted.
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“Tutor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tutor. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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