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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Alberto Carvalho, the embattled Los Angeles schools chief, in his first public statement since FBI raids at his home and district office on Feb. 25, has denied any wrongdoing and has asked to be returned to his duties.
From Los Angeles Times
Kerr and Carvalho have known each other for years, dating back to his time as an education leader in Florida and the superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, before he came to L.A. in 2022.
From Los Angeles Times
Sources familiar with the inquiry have told The Times that grand jury subpoenas have been issued to individuals in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, seeking records from the district’s inspector general and the former Foundation for New Education Initiatives.
From Los Angeles Times
“Well . . . that shouldn’t be embarrassing, really. Since lots of schools accept such a small percentage of people.”
From Literature
“Jonah’s switching schools,” I blurt.
From Literature
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