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literacy

[lit-er-uh-see] / ˈlɪt ər ə si /


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Among them, a worn “Army of Alphabetizers” badge from Cuba’s 1961 literacy campaign, its lettering nearly faded.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

It requires more advanced financial literacy than just to take 10% off the top, however.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

Most of this legislation focuses on creating a digital wellness program—where kids are taught about healthy phone use, digital literacy, and the influence of algorithms and A.I.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

He repeatedly emphasized civic literacy, institutional legitimacy, judicial independence and America’s founding ideals.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

For centuries, literacy had been a specialized skill.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day




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