high school
Americannoun
noun
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another term for grammar school
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a secondary school from grade 7 to grade 12
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a secondary school, the grades covered depending on the province
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Origin of high school
First recorded in 1815–25
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A police presence remains at the high school.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
He recalls touring the Meta site and running into five young workers in construction trades who graduated from his own high school.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Michelle Crumm said that when her three children were in high school, they worked part time as tutors and on a golf course.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
He says it comes from something he did when he was on a swim team in high school.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
“You only need that high school degree if you’re striking for college. I’m doing absolutely jake without it.”
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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