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oriented

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Learn how to use oriented in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “direction”

(adjective) when something is positioned or pointed in a specific direction. It's like knowing which way to go when you look at a map.

Example

The arrow on the compass was oriented to the north.

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The sign was not oriented correctly, causing confusion for drivers.

Example

Is the map oriented towards the east or the west?

Context: “get familiar with”

(verb) to align oneself or become familiar with a particular idea, concept, or situation. It's like figuring out how things work or which way to go in a new place.

Example

After the orientation session, the new employees were oriented to the company policies.

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She struggled to orient herself in the new city, not knowing where anything was.

Example

Can you help me orient myself to the new job responsibilities?

How to pronounce oriented

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