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101

American

[wuhn-oh-wuhn] / ˈwʌn oʊˈwʌn /

adjective

comprising the introductory material in or as if in a course of study (used postpositively).

Economics 101; Life 101; It's Jungle 101 on a trip up the Amazon.

Etymology

Origin of 101

First recorded in 1985–90

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According to the most recent data, the MBacc has been rolled out across 101 secondary schools and colleges in Greater Manchester - about 40% of the total.

From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026

That is historically high, though down from a 2023 peak of 101.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026

Then, 601 total delegates—including 101 from the state party’s governing body—will convene on July 25 to vote on a nominee.

From Slate ● Jul. 16, 2026

Serkis is certain that George Orwell himself would not have consigned this Animal Farm to Room 101.

From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026

He answered dryly: “You know what is in Room 101, Winston. Everyone knows what is in Room 101.”

From "1984" by George Orwell

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