conditioning
Pronunciation: [kənˈdɪʃənɪŋ]
Context: "psychology"
(noun) the process of training someone or something to think or behave in a certain way. It’s like teaching a dog to sit when you say 'sit.'
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Through positive conditioning, the puppy learned to respond to its name.
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The cat wasn't affected by the conditioning; it still ignored the command.
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What type of conditioning do you think works best for training pets?
Context: "fitness"
(noun) the state of being physically fit and healthy or the process of improving physical fitness. This is like when you practice sports to get better at them.
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After weeks of conditioning, she was able to run the marathon easily.
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Without proper conditioning, he struggled to keep up with his teammates.
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How can I improve my conditioning for the soccer season?
Context: "education"
(noun) the way knowledge or skills are developed and improved through practice and learning. It’s like when students learn math through exercises and homework.
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The conditioning of the students in math skills was evident by their high test scores.
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Without adequate conditioning, he found the math test very difficult.
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What is the best approach to conditioning for better learning outcomes?