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edification

[ed-uh-fi-key-shuhn] / ˌɛd ə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən /


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This confessional, interior dialogue is meant for the entertainment and edification of the “Murderbot” audience, which the titular cyborg assumes is on its side.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2025

You might have expected technology billionaires to be well-informed about the world; someone like Musk could, if he chose, easily maintain a large research department for his personal edification.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 5, 2023

Both Martin and his daughter have been bulwarks against a rising tide of benightedness, so personal education and edification have felt like a fitting tribute.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2023

Feeders have long been a popular way to connect with nature and draw in native species and passing migrants for our edification.

From Scientific American • Mar. 4, 2022

He was playing for the edification of the men who gathered at the window to watch the drama.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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