teachable moment
teachable moment · teachable moments
The time at which learning a topic becomes easiestThe time at which learning a topic becomes easiest.
Meaning
2 sensesThe time at which learning a topic becomes easiest.
(figuratively)A difficult situation from which one can draw conclusions about unsuccessful techniques, approaches, etc. taken, and handle similar situations differently in the future.
Forms
plural: teachable moments| Singular | teachable moment |
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See also
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