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lesson

[les-uhn] / ˈlɛs ən /




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The bizarre geography lesson appeared in student agendas distributed at Farnsley Middle School, part of Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

"I apparently don't do things by halves. Collapsed lung, chest drain and a very expensive lesson in rotation."

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

“We are so proud of our daughter and love her so much. The way she has conducted herself through many traumatic health issues is a lesson to us all.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

Collectively, the lesson that the court gives the administration is clear—just try again.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2026

“Drum lesson with Cat,” Harry said, sitting straight-backed as she settled herself, backpack in her lap, body centered in her space on the other end of the pickup bench.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

Simpson said he had begun to “put the puzzle pieces together,” marrying concepts with lessons learned watching Stafford and Bennett.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

"We can better focus on the lessons and lectures; there are no more interruptions due to calls," said Yousufzai.

From Barron's Aug. 13, 2026

Roosevelt’s two lessons remain useful 120 years later.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

That cafeteria approach to fare pricing came out of post-pandemic air-travel lessons, at least in part.

From MarketWatch Aug. 13, 2026

“I wish I’d gone to swimming lessons instead of writing stories about fish!”

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr




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