BASIC TRAINING Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

basic training

noun

Definition of basic training

as in boot camp

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Recent Examples of basic training Ryan completed basic training and Airborne School at Fort Benning, then special forces training at Fort Bragg. — Monique John, CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026 In an interview with KABC, Carbullido claimed the vendor did not request a boater card from him or offer basic training. — David Chiu, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2026 While over half of leaders say AI literacy has become more important over the past year, according to a 2026 DataCamp/YouGov survey, far fewer provide even basic training. — Tim Beerman, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Maglione said basic training on how to assist blind travelers would have totally alleviated his situation. — Zach Wichter, USA Today, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for basic training

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Noun

There’s even a boot camp that teaches NFL players about producing and an NBA Summer League Film Festival that showcases films produced by players.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 Oct. 2026
Working in collaboration with producer Michelle Bell, founder of Geo Massive, the artists gathered for an ersatz boot camp – three days with 8 hours of pure writing time.

— Rolling Stone, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of boot camp

Noun

In Europe, this training is crucial for helping frontline staff acquire the skills needed to advance into management and leadership positions.

— Ted Kitterman, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
That store offers additional services, including dog day care, veterinary care and training, along with grooming and adoption services.

— Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of training

Noun

Of 100 people who start an apprenticeship or community college workforce program, Sigelman noted, only about 48 finished.

— Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026
Reimagine teaching and learning with stronger academics, career and technical training, trades, apprenticeships and college pathways.

— Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of apprenticeship

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