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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Schools often turn to the wait list to fill very specific gaps in their class.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
Schools and colleges are also exploring electric fleet purchases, dealer Dinesh Raj Pandeya said, signalling a shift beyond individual commuters.
From Barron's • May 3, 2026
He has worked for an international law firm and, according to his campaign website, served as chief legal officer and general counsel for California Schools VEBA, a public employee benefits organization.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
Appeared in the May 1, 2026, print edition as 'Colorado Catholic Schools Need Not Apply'.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
When Howard University refused to accept any such restriction, the Superintendent of Schools promptly withdrew the offer.
From "The Voice That Challenged a Nation: Marian Anderson and the Struggle for Equal Rights" by Russell Freedman
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