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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Before the vote, three board members had spoken in support of the outside group — Green Dot Public Schools — and two against it.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026
But where the OSA is still being implemented, the government recently used the under the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act to give ministers powers to introduce further restrictions as regulations.
From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026
The Academic Senate makes recommendations through its Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools to UC leaders, including President James B. Milliken and the regents.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
As of May 2026, Knox County Schools has banned 124 books, including “Roots.”
From Salon • May 31, 2026
Schools aren't in the business of wondering about kids or guessing about kids.
From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements
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