in school

phrase

US
: attending school as a student
My parents won't let me get a job while I'm in school.

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The measure proposes an amendment to the city charter that would allow youth voters to participate only in school board and city elections. — Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026 This was the first top-five matchup in school history and Michigan, in its season opener, more than met its test in a game with 14 lead changes and nine ties. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2026 Livvy Dunne is doing her part to help female student-athletes capitalize on their success while still in school. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026 Meanwhile, our teens, who do well in school and can boast their own accomplishments in sports, have to pay for their own gas. — Melissa Willets, Parents, 4 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in school

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“In school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20school. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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