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have edified

  • present perfect of edify.

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For over thirty years, Mr. Plaschke’s stories have edified the biggest stars in the Los Angeles sports world.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2020

He could in no manner have edified the afflicted Mrs. Dodwell, and the wink meant that he would go with his father for a walk over the hills—perhaps to the gypsy camp.

From The Wrong Twin by Wilson, Harry Leon

Would preach abstinence, and practise luxury! but, I thank my stars, I have edified more by his example than his precept.

From The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 07 by Scott, Walter, Sir

It is not enough that we have edified her a pedestal and perform impossible rites in celebration of her altitude and distinction.

From The Shadow On The Dial, and Other Essays 1909 by Howes, S. O. (Silas Orrin)

The cross-examination had moved on to the subject of Larry's religion, and the combative fervour of Major Dick's Protestantism might have edified John Knox.

From Mount Music by Ross, Martin