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as in teaching
the act or process of imparting knowledge or skills to another
entered a convent for religious training
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as in apprenticeship
a period of undergoing practical instruction in one's job or career
on-the-job training teacher training
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as in conditioning
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
has been training track-and-field athletes at the school for years
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as in educating
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field
will train the students in good study habits
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as in focusing
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
train all your thoughts on imagining how you'd score the winning goal in the game
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as in aiming
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
trained his eyes on the distant bull's-eye
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as in preparing
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
he's so experienced that they usually use him to train new recruits
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Recent Examples of training
Laura Schifter, Time, 13 Sep. 2025
The Rams had just finished their first week of training camp.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
Don Yaeger, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
The New York Knicks brought back guard Landry Shamet on a one-year deal with minimal guarantees, giving the team flexibility to move on from him after training camp.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
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Noun
This past July, a 16 year-old in Memphis died from heatstroke after a football practice, and a 17-year-old in Houston spent a week in a coma following a training session.
—Laura Schifter, Time, 13 Sep. 2025
The Rams had just finished their first week of training camp.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
Verb
And who are the people training the trainees?
—Don Yaeger, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
The New York Knicks brought back guard Landry Shamet on a one-year deal with minimal guarantees, giving the team flexibility to move on from him after training camp.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for training
Noun
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Are students working on real problems or theoretical exercises?—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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What this all-American guy needs is casual footwear that’s stylish and comfortable, whether for work or walking the dog as his form of exercise, the cofounder explained.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
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True to a Norv Turner teaching point, Herbert and Smith wing it far without elongating their delivery.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Laurie Maddalena didn't begin her career teaching leadership.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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White-collar apprenticeships launched by Accenture, Aon, and JPMorgan Chase provide paid training in consulting, insurance, and finance, with direct pipelines to employment.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Robinson was also enrolled in the electrical apprenticeship program at Dixie Technical College.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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That process typically involves progressing from conditioning work to non-contact drills before being cleared for full contact.—
Grant Afseth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement The decision freed the states previously limited by preclearance to weaken voting protections, add requirements conditioning the right to vote, and close polling places.—
Time,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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Putting heart attacks for women in a nuanced context is essential, alongside educating each other on the symptoms.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
18 Sep. 2025
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Their flagship farm in Grand Bahama is not only restoring reefs, but also educating communities, training coral farmers, and attracting eco-tourism.—
Afdhel Aziz,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The latest attacks come amid a stagnant peace process with Ukraine’s allies focusing on securing long-term security guarantees for Kyiv.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
20 Sep. 2025
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In my experience, focusing deeply on a core strength creates a competitive edge for your company to define the standard for your industry.—
David J. Adelman,
Fortune,
20 Sep. 2025
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Teixeira is aiming to stand out in what will likely be a crowded GOP field.—
Taylor Millard,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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Speaking to Fortune after the announcement, Zandi described the Fed’s messaging as tightrope-walking between economic risks—aiming to manage dangers to job growth while signaling no rush into further cuts.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
19 Sep. 2025
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Despite the setback, Richardson has been focused on working hard and preparing himself for his next opportunity.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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In addition to her baby on the way, Cardi B is preparing to embark on a new project — a 32-city tour.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Training.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/training. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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