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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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Under Tennessee law, “Roots” and other banned books can still be taught, but they are not part of the circulating collection at public school libraries.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

The 35-year-old doctor says it is important for astronauts to be taught life-saving skills such as CPR before space missions.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 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 whenever, at the doorstep of Ramadan, our children are to be taught the national and spiritual values of these lands, that is when they immediately become uncomfortable."

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

Then I added, “I’m not sure that love and like aren’t like cats and dogs: One can’t grow up to be the other, but they can be taught to live under the same roof.”

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg

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