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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By 2005, the regular $2,000 Fellowship donation to Cornerstone Schools in Detroit was back.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Schools in the area closed Friday and shelters opened for the tens of thousands of people who evacuated the area.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 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
Carvalho had worked with both of them in Florida, where he previously served as superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Schools of small fish gathered in the shadows.
From "The Wild Robot" by Peter Brown
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