mentor

Example Sentences

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"Craig was my mentor, wise counsel, passionate advisor, and great friend. He was the distinguished elder statesman with a reservoir of Olympic knowledge and experience which he shared willingly and to great effect," Coe added.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Like her mentor and colleague, she understands her work, and the obligations of faith, as extending far beyond the walls of the church.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

The festival has also made a conscious effort to mentor and community build with youth and elders, many from different generations but at the same point in their transitions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The 92-year-old paved the way for diversifying the astronaut corps more than half-a-century ago, and later served as a mentor to Glover.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

We paired each teen with a female mentor who would foster a personal relationship with her, sharing her resources and her life story.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama