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be taught

VERB

learn

Synonyms

STRONGEST

determine enroll gain get grasp master pick up read receive review study

STRONG

apprentice attain con cram grind imbibe lucubrate matriculate memorize peruse prepare

WEAK

be trained become able become versed brush up on burn midnight oil commit to memory crack the books drink in get down pat get the hang of get the knack of improve mind major in minor in pore over soak up specialize in take course take in train in wade through

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore lose miss misunderstand neglect pass release spend

WEAK

overlook teach

Example Sentences

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Patients can also be taught to use the maneuver if there is a recurrence, although it can be hard to do without assistance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“The FBI will ensure that any individual exploiting the promise of educational opportunities for our city’s children will be taught a lesson,” Dennehy added.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

"But I think that some basic knowledge, such as mathematics, should be taught in one's native language."

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

Again, Kabawat throws it back to them, asking who would like to be taught to make handicrafts to be sold internationally.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

How else will they be taught that law and order guarantees their children a brighter future than begging, horse dealing, and petty crime?

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

be taught

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