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class
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class
Noun

students as a whole that are taught together

The teacher greeted the class as they entered the classroom, ready to begin the day's lesson.

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year
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year
Noun

a period of time that is made up of twelve months, particularly one that starts on January first and ends on December thirty-first

I'm looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it may bring.

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form
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form
Noun

the shape of someone or something, especially the outline

The building's form stood out against the skyline with its unique silhouette.

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section
4.
sec
tion
Noun

each of the parts into which a place or object is divided

The library is organized into several sections, including fiction, non-fiction, and reference materials.

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stream
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stream
Noun

a small and narrow river that runs on or under the earth

The stream runs through the forest and into the lake.

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so
ro
ri
ty
Noun

a social club for female students in a university or college, especially in the US and Canada

Joining a sorority can provide students with opportunities for leadership, friendship, and community service.

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fraternity
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fra
ter
ni
ty
Noun

a group of people who have the same profession

The fraternity of artists gathered every month to critique each other's work and share new techniques.

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student society
Noun

a group formed by students within an educational institution to pursue common interests, activities, or goals outside of the formal curriculum

The student society organized a fundraiser to support a local charity.

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student council
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student council
Noun

a representative body composed of students elected by their peers to advocate for student interests, plan school events, and address student concerns

The student council organized a school-wide charity drive to raise funds for local shelters.

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book club
Noun

a group of people who meet regularly to discuss books that they have read together

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study group
Noun

a small gathering of students who come together to review course material, discuss concepts, and prepare for exams or assignments collectively

Sarah and her classmates formed a study group to review for the upcoming biology exam.

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cohort
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co
hort
Noun

a band of warriors (originally a unit of a Roman Legion)

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varsity
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var
si
ty
Noun

a British abbreviation of `university'; usually refers to Oxford University or Cambridge University

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assembly
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a
ssemb
ly
Noun

the act of gathering together to achieve a common goal

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parent-teacher association
Noun

a collaborative organization formed by parents and teachers to support educational activities and student well-being within a school community

The PTA organized a fundraiser to purchase new playground equipment for the school.

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school council
Noun

a representative group that addresses school-related issues and initiatives, consisting of students, teachers, and sometimes parents or community members

The school council met to discuss plans for the upcoming fundraising event.

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academic senate
Noun

a governing body wit

The academic senate voted to implement a new grading policy for the upcoming academic year.

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faculty
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fa
cul
ty
Noun

a branch within a university or college, responsible for teaching and research in a specific subject area or field of study

She joined the faculty of science to pursue her interest in biology.

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College Board
Noun

an American organization that creates tests for students aiming for college and provides resources to help them plan for higher education

The College Board announced changes to the SAT format starting next year.

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honor society
Noun

an organization in the United States that recognizes and promotes academic excellence and achievement among its members

She was thrilled to receive an invitation to join the honor society in recognition of her outstanding grades and leadership skills.

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Phi Beta Kappa
Noun

an academic honor society that recognizes and celebrates excellence in the liberal arts and sciences

She was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa for her outstanding academic achievements.

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academia
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a
ca
de
mia
Noun

the community of scholars and educators engaged in higher education and research

She aspired to pursue a career in academia and become a professor of literature.

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