: a school especially in the U.S. usually including grades 9–12 or 10–12
: a system of advanced exercises in horsemanship
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Nell Freudenberger, New York Times, 14 May 2024
The end of the school year is almost here, and for high school seniors, that means getting ready for graduation.
—Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 14 May 2024
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Most high school seniors approach the college essay with dread.
—Nell Freudenberger, New York Times, 14 May 2024
The end of the school year is almost here, and for high school seniors, that means getting ready for graduation.
—Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 14 May 2024
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“High school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20school. Accessed 18 May. 2024.
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