Schools
Britishplural noun
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the medieval Schoolmen collectively
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the Examination Schools, the University building in which examinations are held
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informal the Second Public Examination for the degree of Bachelor of Arts; finals
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Example Sentences
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The Fellowship’s 2002 tax filing shows $2,000 going to Cornerstone Schools.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Schools in the University of California system, on the other hand, generally don’t take scores into account or collect testing data because the admission process is “test free.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Schools and universities are typically closed on Memorial Day, though it’s always best to check with your local school district.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
Before Carvalho, “the district was not starting from zero,” said Flores, who is president of the local nonprofit Families in Schools.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Schools of silver fish dart in and out, acting with one mind.
From "Everything, Everything" by Nicola Yoon
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