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as in reasoned
based on sound reasoning or information
the expert's informed opinion persuaded many fence-sitters to get a flu shot
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as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience
people who are informed about nutrition have some serious misgivings about this new diet
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as in talked
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
the police only caught the mastermind of the burglary because his disgruntled partner informed
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as in advised
to give information to
chose teaching as a career because it affords the opportunity to inform a whole generation of young minds
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Recent Examples of informed
Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 19 Dec. 2024
Our mission is to provide clear, accessible journalism that empowers you to stay informed and engaged in shaping our world.
—Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 18 Dec. 2024
Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre informed reporters that Biden would meet with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Friday afternoon to address the spending bill crisis.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Always conduct thorough research and consult with licensed financial professionals to make informed choices.
—Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 19 Dec. 2024
Our mission is to provide clear, accessible journalism that empowers you to stay informed and engaged in shaping our world.
—Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
Federal employees who would have had their paychecks withheld in the event of a shutdown were informed Friday about the imminent possibility, while the White House assured there was still time to make a deal.
—Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre informed reporters that Biden would meet with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Friday afternoon to address the spending bill crisis.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Linklater was very acquainted with the real life story of Gary Johnson.Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
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But there’s no prettier place to become acquainted with some of Canada’s most influential artists: Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven, a collective of landscape painters who rose to fame in the early 20th century with their romantic depictions of Canadian nature.Ingrid K. Williams, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2024
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Staff from New Hampshire Public Radio talked to everyone, from roadtrippers to small business owners, state park workers, and local university students.Natalie Escobar, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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As part of his teaching, the court heard that Westwood talked to one teenager, who was raped, about a masturbation scene from Bridgerton.Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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Skywatchers are advised to keep an eye on NOAA’s 30-minute forecast and apps like Aurora Now.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Those in affected areas were advised to limit prolonged or intense outdoor activities when air quality is poor in their area and stay indoors with windows and doors closed.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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That would seem logical, but hardly efficient and realistic.Erik Sherman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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The most logical step for Meta would be to create a larger business around WhatsApp, said Ralph Schackart, an internet equity analyst at investment bank William Blair.Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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Limited healthcare access, insufficient resources and the prevalence of infectious diseases create significant challenges in these regions, which travelers should be aware of before planning a visit.Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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Boyd, who estimated that between a third and half of the crowd was booing, noted that everyone would have been aware of Dylan’s electric recordings.Alan Light, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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This wouldn't be the first time an owner learned their cat's gender was different from what they were originally told.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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We’ve always been told that TV was a business that aimed to create long-running hits!Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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With a reasonable 160kW DC charging speed, the Grandland can replenish from 0 to 80% in 26 minutes, which will make longer-distance driving possible.James Morris, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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The sphere is the star in most of their pieces, and this one is perfectly scaled to make huge statement with a reasonable footprint.Sophie Collé, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024
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On the other side, Nebraska faces off against fellow Big Ten titan Penn State in a clash of familiar foes.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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New entertainment options and familiar favorites From bagpipe and drum teams to Scottish and Irish dancers and other live performers, families and kids of all ages are sure to enjoy this year’s lineup.Katie Nixon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Informed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/informed. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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