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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
Hulan Hagen, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Dinesh and his little cafe taught me a valuable lesson on slow marketing—that a relaxed approach can sometimes be the most effective way to stand out.
—Nitin Gupta, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Some 40 years ago, Carl Sagan taught the world that there were hundreds of billions of stars in the Milky Way alone, and perhaps as many as 100 billion galaxies within the observable Universe.
—Big Think, 25 Dec. 2024
If adjustments for filming with multiple cameras could be taught, recommended or even mandated, the goodwill to promote folks with less experience might linger a little longer.
—Diane Farr, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
The woman, who works in the tech industry near Boston, Massachusetts, told her digital audience that basic computer skills like using shortcuts for undoing and saving tasks—skills that were part of her school curriculum—are no longer formally taught to students.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
In 2000, Taylor Momsen taught us all about the real meaning of Christmas as Cindy Lou Who.
—Lydia Price, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Lavender initially taught Brody the trick to simplify outdoor routines and filmed a video of his clever antics to share with his breeder.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Her novels are now taught in literature and Black studies courses on mainly American college campuses.
—Ethelene Whitmire, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
First, rational analysis, traditionally taught in business schools, uses logical reasoning and empirical data to assess situations and outcomes.
—Hulan Hagen, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Dinesh and his little cafe taught me a valuable lesson on slow marketing—that a relaxed approach can sometimes be the most effective way to stand out.
—Nitin Gupta, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Some 40 years ago, Carl Sagan taught the world that there were hundreds of billions of stars in the Milky Way alone, and perhaps as many as 100 billion galaxies within the observable Universe.
—Big Think, 25 Dec. 2024
If adjustments for filming with multiple cameras could be taught, recommended or even mandated, the goodwill to promote folks with less experience might linger a little longer.
—Diane Farr, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
The woman, who works in the tech industry near Boston, Massachusetts, told her digital audience that basic computer skills like using shortcuts for undoing and saving tasks—skills that were part of her school curriculum—are no longer formally taught to students.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
In 2000, Taylor Momsen taught us all about the real meaning of Christmas as Cindy Lou Who.
—Lydia Price, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Lavender initially taught Brody the trick to simplify outdoor routines and filmed a video of his clever antics to share with his breeder.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Her novels are now taught in literature and Black studies courses on mainly American college campuses.
—Ethelene Whitmire, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for taught
Verb
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The country is in a political realignment with working-class voters moving even more in Republicans' favor and wealthier and more educated voters moving in Democrats' direction.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
27 Dec. 2024
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Other stubborn problems—low birth rates, underemployment among the college-educated, a doctors’ strike that has effectively halted elective medical procedures—have gone largely unaddressed.—
Victor Cha,
The Atlantic,
20 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Sabrina Greenlee has never been able to physically see her son play football in the NFL – she was blinded more than 20 years ago by an acid attack.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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Chex Mix The upside to making your own Chex mix is being able to control the levels of salt, spice and sweetness.—
Christine Byrne,
StyleCaster,
8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Most are highly qualified, with years of experience.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
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The same rate of 21 cents per mile applies for specific moving purposes for qualified active-duty members of the Armed Forces.—
Susan Tompor,
USA TODAY,
16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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For the recovery to proceed sustainably, the government must be seen as legitimate and capable of managing reconstruction.—
Jesse Marks,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Feb. 2025
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Noteworthy amenities featured in Sammons’s images include an infinity pool that trails indoors and an opulent garage capable of housing several luxury vehicles.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The presentations feel less like lectures and more like conversations with a particularly knowledgeable friend who happens to know an awful lot about space.—
Ryan Craggs,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2025
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The offer also sparked immediate concerns about how government departments will continue to function properly if large numbers of highly knowledgeable workers leave.—
Dave Lawler,
Axios,
30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But aside from some competent stuntwork, the beatdowns are strictly boilerplate: Heads get butted, knives get thrown, and people get tossed with robotic predictability.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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The prospects of a sympathetic, competent reception from law-enforcement officers and medical professionals were worse for victims who knew their rapist, who had been drinking, who didn’t report the rape right away, or who lacked witnesses or obvious injuries.—
Jessica Winter,
The New Yorker,
3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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For those of you who like a fitted look, not only are skinny jeans making a comeback (yay), but leggings are also an option, with shiny faux leather or split hem styles on trend that offer a dressier look for nights out.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2025
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The cream midi length long sleeve dress featured a fitted bodice and full skirt with ruffled cuffs for an extra feminine touch.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The clubs can open a pathway to developing focus, creativity, and employable skills, and the positive social relationships that students develop in the clubs are priceless.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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These projects teach employable skills that recruiters look for on resumes. Participation in quantitative finance competitions and data challenges.—
Brianna Kamienski,
USA TODAY,
1 Feb. 2025
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“Taught.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taught. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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