finishing school
noun
: a private school for girls that emphasizes cultural studies and prepares students especially for social activities
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If George becomes heir to the throne before finishing school, William may delay any bestowal of the Prince of Wales title.
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Simon Perry, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Experts have also discussed the possibility of George becoming heir to the throne before finishing school.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 28 Aug. 2025
After finishing school, Ruby called his cousin Scrim, who was at the time becoming a popular local DJ and producer.
—Kristin Robinson, Billboard, 17 July 2025
In recent times, Diana, the future Princess of Wales, spent time here in finishing school.
—John Oseid, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Simon Perry, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Experts have also discussed the possibility of George becoming heir to the throne before finishing school.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 28 Aug. 2025
After finishing school, Ruby called his cousin Scrim, who was at the time becoming a popular local DJ and producer.
—Kristin Robinson, Billboard, 17 July 2025
In recent times, Diana, the future Princess of Wales, spent time here in finishing school.
—John Oseid, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for finishing school
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“Finishing school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finishing%20school. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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