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as in explanatory
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as in uplifting
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as in educating
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
a family-oriented show that tried to edify the television audience as well as entertain it
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Recent Examples of edifying
Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 1 Feb. 2022
May our conversation be joyful, edifying and encouraging.
—Blair Donovan, Country Living, 18 Oct. 2022
Without asking you to comment on ACS specifically, in your opinion, can anything positive or edifying ever come from a true-crime series that is made without the family's involvement?
—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 18 Oct. 2022
Recent years have seen a notable rise in the retelling and memorializing of the more positive and edifying human qualities that were also part of a searingly traumatic time, say postcolonial historians and experts in Partition.
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Aug. 2022
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Adjective
Despite the pitfalls, some edifying points are delivered well in the special — namely, in establishing that Janet always saw her older brother Michael as her competition, despite being frequently positioned against Madonna’s reign.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 1 Feb. 2022
May our conversation be joyful, edifying and encouraging.
—Blair Donovan, Country Living, 18 Oct. 2022
Without asking you to comment on ACS specifically, in your opinion, can anything positive or edifying ever come from a true-crime series that is made without the family's involvement?
—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 18 Oct. 2022
Recent years have seen a notable rise in the retelling and memorializing of the more positive and edifying human qualities that were also part of a searingly traumatic time, say postcolonial historians and experts in Partition.
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Aug. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for edifying
Adjective
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Parts read like a narrative, other parts sound like a letter to the husband, sometimes explanatory, sometimes apologetic, sometimes pining.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
18 May 2025
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The refrain is compact and echoing, a chorus unburdened by explanatory verses.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
16 May 2025
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She's spent over six months educating her following of over 700,000 about JEB.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Going the extra mile to welcome Latino students A small Catholic university that dates back to 1922, Dominican has a history of educating the children of immigrants — in earlier times those of northern and central European origin.—
Jon Marcus,
NPR,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Diary entries written by Luigi Mangione reveal the now 27-year-old’s detailed thinking before the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year, a new court filing shows.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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Create a detailed picture of how my mornings could be different.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Couple-Care is a monthly series highlighting inspiring couples in our community.—
Akili King,
Essence,
29 May 2025
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When asked to describe their dream job, employees frequently mention having an inspiring job, a supportive boss, high pay, and flexible hours.—
Lieke ten Brummelhuis,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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In fact, the odds on the correct series score are enlightening.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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For traders driven by events, analyzing how the stock has historically behaved in response to earnings announcements can be quite enlightening.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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That's not only clear from the title itself, but the film's nostalgia-laden plot, which features copious flashbacks to key moments and major characters from across the 30-year franchise.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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The park harbors coral reefs, copious bird colonies and massive Fort Jefferson, a Civil War-era bastion that’s also the largest brick structure in the western hemisphere.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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The most moving moments of the program came from VOC Advisory Board member Zarah Meyer, who shared a heartfelt personal testimony alongside her 4-year-old daughter Rosie.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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These streams of immigration have long been the most moving aspect about the United States.—
Andrew Moore,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Our comprehensive analysis of Salesforce, across key indicators like Growth, Profitability, Financial Stability, and Downturn Resilience, reveals that the company continues to demonstrate very strong operational performance and a robust financial condition.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Additionally, Rael is launching at 5,000 Walgreens doors with a comprehensive assortment of products across skin care and period care.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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“Edifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edifying. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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