study group

American

noun

an informal gathering of people who convene regularly to exchange ideas and information on a specific subject.

Example Sentences

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But we don’t need a study group to tell Americans how to behave.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

He’s held onto those letters for decades, from a women’s Bible study group, a Sunday school class, and a man who offered to paint his house for free.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

Schwartzman’s lab found that when the questionnaire was administered verbally to autistic kids, it flagged only 80% of those in the study group who were having suicidal thoughts.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

The second was a Roman copper alloy lamp in the shape of sandaled foot, discovered by a study group in Kent while exploring what is believed to be a small Roman fort.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025

“I think Ryan Dean should skip our study group tonight,” Joey said.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith

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