ABC's
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Also ABC the alphabet.
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the basic skills of spelling, reading, and writing.
learning the ABC's in the early grades of school.
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Also ABC the basic or elementary facts, principles, etc., of a subject.
the ABC's of electricity.
Example Sentences
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He launched ABC’s “Movie of the Week” feature in the late 1960s to bring more films to the broadcast network.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Several journalists like ABC’s John Quiñones and former Univision anchor Jorge Ramos offered words of support for Vega’s remarks.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Footage shared by the ABC's Senior White House Correspondent Selina Wang showed her taking cover as a volley of shots could be heard across the North Lawn.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
The following day, Carr chimed in, saying he was placing ABC’s broadcast licenses under review.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
Everybody fell silent to hear her teach Glenn his ABC’s.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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