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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As of May 2026, Knox County Schools has banned 124 books, including “Roots.”
From Salon • May 31, 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
The current Westminster government is pinning its hopes of fixing the problem on its recently passed Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Schools and theaters and movie houses were shut down to slow the spread.
From "I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919" by Lauren Tarshis
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