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 Nonprofits El Centro Hispano and Life Skills for Youth were awarded $3 million to expand digital access and literacy programs in Arkansas from the U.S. Department of Commerce. Alex Golden, Axios, 10 Jan. 2025 The tour emphasizes financial literacy and provides critical tools to help students navigate the cost of college while empowering them to pursue their dreams. Melissa Noel, Essence, 8 Jan. 2025 We are known in our community for major contributions towards children's literacy and civic and church groups routinely purchase diverse titles from our store to donate to our struggling school system. American Booksellers Association, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025 This set a new world record for the most users to take an online financial literacy lesson in 24 hours. Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 3 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for literacy 
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Noun
  • Critics of the 2017 budget also argue there is not enough money to adequately provide for basic services like education, healthcare, social services, and town aid.
    Len Fasano, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2025
  • With a focus on personal education and honest interactions, each one of his entrepreneurial ventures aims to empower clients to trust their instincts.
    William Mullane, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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  • Sources with knowledge of the investigation told The Times officials were aware of the earlier fire and its general proximity to the starting point of the Palisades fire, and looking into whether they are related.
    Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2025
  • On one side, there’s a wealth of scientific knowledge.
    Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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  • According to a survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), 93% of employers said that prior experience is a critical factor in hiring decisions, underscoring the importance of experiential learning.
    Sarah Hernholm, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
  • This article is part of The Times’ early childhood education initiative, focusing on the learning and development of California children from birth to age 5.
    Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
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  • After making her professional stage debut in Croydon in 1948, she was awarded a two-year scholarship at London’s prestigious Old Vic Theater School.
    EW.com, EW.com, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Two local businesses were awarded scholarships through the HIIVE educational program and will open stalls inside The Market at 7th Street in Uptown soon.
    Laura Barrero, Axios, 17 Jan. 2025

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“Literacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/literacy. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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