as in to introduce
to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to
will orientate all incoming freshmen to the layout of the campus
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Recent Examples of orientate
Some archaeologists believe that the Ancient Egyptians may have orientated the Great Pyramids of Giza to face an alignment of the stars Kochab and Mizar - a star in the Big Dipper asterism - which were on opposite sides of the celestial pole around that era.
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Anthony Wood, Space.com, 20 May 2025
The ear cups are color-coded for left and right channels so users can quickly and easily orientate them in low light, a nice touch.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
These include an economic malaise that has gripped the country in recent years, with its car-and-export-orientated economy looking vulnerable, as well as a thorny debate over immigration and integration that has seen the likes of the AfD rise in prominence and popularity.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2025
Our guys have done a great job of orientating their minds in a different way this season.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
In El Paso, people have opened small businesses orientated to the lowriding community.
—Fernanda Figueroa and Melissa Perez Winder, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2024
Under Maria Grazia Chiuri, Dior has orientated its references towards the classic Bar jackets and circle skirts of the 1950s.
—Joy Montgomery, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2025
This develops in kittens between 3-9 weeks of age and enables them to orientate themselves mid-air.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
Our guys have done a great job of orientating their minds in a different way this season.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
Anthony Wood, Space.com, 20 May 2025
The ear cups are color-coded for left and right channels so users can quickly and easily orientate them in low light, a nice touch.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
These include an economic malaise that has gripped the country in recent years, with its car-and-export-orientated economy looking vulnerable, as well as a thorny debate over immigration and integration that has seen the likes of the AfD rise in prominence and popularity.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2025
Our guys have done a great job of orientating their minds in a different way this season.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
In El Paso, people have opened small businesses orientated to the lowriding community.
—Fernanda Figueroa and Melissa Perez Winder, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2024
Under Maria Grazia Chiuri, Dior has orientated its references towards the classic Bar jackets and circle skirts of the 1950s.
—Joy Montgomery, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2025
This develops in kittens between 3-9 weeks of age and enables them to orientate themselves mid-air.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
Our guys have done a great job of orientating their minds in a different way this season.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for orientate
Verb
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Turner spoke to reporters in Las Vegas Saturday when he was officially introduced as a member of the Bucks.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
13 July 2025
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Back in the 60s, the seatbelt was introduced that made car passengers safe.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Leading as an example of someone oriented to service and sacrifice.—
Colin Fleming,
New York Daily News,
4 July 2025
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Shelter belts, properly laid out and oriented, are better protection for cattle than confining shelters, such as sheds.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Lin was educated in China and Europe, but lived in the U.S. for three decades.—
Emily Feng,
NPR,
5 July 2025
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The public announcement attempts to educate taxpayers of the Form 3520-A reporting obligation, and the Practice Unit seeks to educate IRS examiners of the Form 3520-A penalties.—
Matthew L. Roberts,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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Before the fun begins, San Diegans can familiarize themselves with the county’s laws and guidelines regarding the possession and use of fireworks to avoid a hefty fine or prison time.—
Jaelyn Rodriguez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2025
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The Compounding Problem Any NBA player looking to maximize their earning potential over the next half-decade needs to familiarize themselves with the concept of compounding.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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“Orientate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orientate. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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