school day
Americannoun
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any day on which school is conducted.
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the daily hours during which school is conducted.
The school day here is from nine to three.
Etymology
Origin of school day
First recorded in 1580–90
Example Sentences
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"No pupil should be made to feel embarrassed or unsupported when they have a genuine need to use the toilet during the school day," said Gault.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
Other schools and districts have joined the trend of removing cellphones during the school day.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
A significant majority of the schools which responded said they banned phones during the school day, with many having toughened their policies in recent years, and most wanting a clear all-Wales policy.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
But even in small doses what concerns Edwards is that Jiji is a central character in her child’s school day.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
The rest of the school day is unexceptional...except for a moment in seventh period.
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
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