1
as in teaching
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
a revered professor of astronomy who is credited with educating many of today's leading astronomers
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2
as in inspiring
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
the belief that parents better educate their children by example than by sending them to Sunday school
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Recent Examples of educating
She's spent over six months educating her following of over 700,000 about JEB.
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Skyler Caruso, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Going the extra mile to welcome Latino students A small Catholic university that dates back to 1922, Dominican has a history of educating the children of immigrants — in earlier times those of northern and central European origin.
—Jon Marcus, NPR, 8 Apr. 2025
The American press also has a deep and nuanced understanding of European design, which has played a key role in educating and inspiring collectors.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
The Charlotte Observer spoke to Chris Hayes, an extension associate of structural pest management at NC State University who specializes educating the pest management industry on critter habits, to find out.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2025
That last part got to the woman who had spent her life educating youngsters.
—Brad Weisenstein, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
By educating her audience, McFadden aims to provide a more realistic view, showing that the end-of-life process can, in fact, be peaceful.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Both have been educating the public about the benefits of Freedom Cities and working with lawmakers to pass necessary legislation.
—Tom W Bell, Oc Register, 6 Apr. 2025
Despite this history of repression, these spaces have continued to thrive, adapting to the times while maintaining their core purpose—educating, empowering, and uniting Black communities.
—Jameelah Nasheed, Essence, 4 Mar. 2025
Skyler Caruso, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Going the extra mile to welcome Latino students A small Catholic university that dates back to 1922, Dominican has a history of educating the children of immigrants — in earlier times those of northern and central European origin.
—Jon Marcus, NPR, 8 Apr. 2025
The American press also has a deep and nuanced understanding of European design, which has played a key role in educating and inspiring collectors.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
The Charlotte Observer spoke to Chris Hayes, an extension associate of structural pest management at NC State University who specializes educating the pest management industry on critter habits, to find out.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2025
That last part got to the woman who had spent her life educating youngsters.
—Brad Weisenstein, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
By educating her audience, McFadden aims to provide a more realistic view, showing that the end-of-life process can, in fact, be peaceful.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Both have been educating the public about the benefits of Freedom Cities and working with lawmakers to pass necessary legislation.
—Tom W Bell, Oc Register, 6 Apr. 2025
Despite this history of repression, these spaces have continued to thrive, adapting to the times while maintaining their core purpose—educating, empowering, and uniting Black communities.
—Jameelah Nasheed, Essence, 4 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for educating
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Millions of retirees devoted themselves to protecting our communities, teaching our children and delivering essential services.—
Suzanne Blake
Reporter,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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The victims of the attack included an ex-Princeton University football player, a recent high school grad bound for nursing school, a young mother teaching her daughter how to read and a father of two celebrating the new year with his cousin, among others.—
Ben Brachfeld,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
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The Argentine manager is celebrated for creating and inspiring strong groups at Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur.—
Paul Tenorio,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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This provides visibility and recognition for women’s contributions while showcasing their achievements and inspiring others.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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The Biden Administration is committed to promoting the flow of remittances to the Cuban people without enriching the Cuban military, intelligence, or security services.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2025
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In a dictatorship, money flows upward, enriching the rich and powerful.—
Tom Zirpoli,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Mar. 2025
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Post-game follow-ups help extend the campaign’s life, transforming a single ad into a sustained narrative.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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The reality is that AI is transforming how teams operate.—
Daria Rudnik,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Educating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educating. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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