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the area and buildings around a university, college, school, etc.
Visitors crowded the campus on graduation day. Rallies were held on university campuses across the country. We walked around the campus on our first day.
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Recent Examples of campuses
Grace Tucker The school year is in full swing at universities across the region, but the latest enrollment numbers show the demographic of some campuses, including at the University of Cincinnati, has shifted significantly.
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Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Sep. 2025
Eventually, Alonzo broke through as a stand-up comedian by performing across the country on college campuses.
—Terry Gross, NPR, 29 Sep. 2025
The shooting in Columbia laid bare simmering disputes across the country over gun violence at or near college campuses, major travel destinations for fans, alumni and parents of students.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
The program is also branching out beyond college campuses through a partnership with the Pro Athlete Community (PAC).
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
Kirk had been building his reputation as an imperious, right-wing avenger on college campuses, debating anyone willing to step up to the microphone to challenge him.
—Michael Luo, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
Authorities on Friday deemed a threat of a shooting at Sylvan Hills Junior High School and Sylvan Hills High School to not be credible, but Sherwood police provided additional security at the two campuses for the remainder of the school day, a Pulaski County Special School District official said.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Sep. 2025
At the same time, Pendleton is credited with overseeing notable growth in San Diego city schools, managing rising enrollment and the addition of 14 campuses during her five years as superintendent.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Sep. 2025
The late Charlie Kirk spent much of his time as CEO of Turning Point USA not in a corner office but on college campuses, sparring with students in open debates.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Sep. 2025
Eventually, Alonzo broke through as a stand-up comedian by performing across the country on college campuses.
—Terry Gross, NPR, 29 Sep. 2025
The shooting in Columbia laid bare simmering disputes across the country over gun violence at or near college campuses, major travel destinations for fans, alumni and parents of students.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
The program is also branching out beyond college campuses through a partnership with the Pro Athlete Community (PAC).
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
Kirk had been building his reputation as an imperious, right-wing avenger on college campuses, debating anyone willing to step up to the microphone to challenge him.
—Michael Luo, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
Authorities on Friday deemed a threat of a shooting at Sylvan Hills Junior High School and Sylvan Hills High School to not be credible, but Sherwood police provided additional security at the two campuses for the remainder of the school day, a Pulaski County Special School District official said.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Sep. 2025
At the same time, Pendleton is credited with overseeing notable growth in San Diego city schools, managing rising enrollment and the addition of 14 campuses during her five years as superintendent.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Sep. 2025
The late Charlie Kirk spent much of his time as CEO of Turning Point USA not in a corner office but on college campuses, sparring with students in open debates.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for campuses
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This diversity of spaces, like streets, parks, heritage buildings and soundstages gives Madrid unique flexibility and scale, while also spreading economic benefits across the city.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, conservation advocates argue that leaving the parks open during a shutdown leaves room for unnecessary risks.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Failure to provide additional information or consents will be grounds for disqualification, unless prohibited under applicable law.—
Time,
Time,
29 Sep. 2025
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According to court documents, the suspect used his phone on school grounds at least once, on video.—
Michael Ruiz , Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Police K-9s swept the premises repeatedly throughout the morning, and the court closed one of its two entrances to divert all traffic through a single door.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After the Dolphins went up 17-0, the first two plays Canales called were Dowdle runs that went for 11 and 14 yards.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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Always is going to get positive yards.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Oct. 2025
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Known to relieve nausea and bloating, ginger contains antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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In fact, taking stock of your insurance is a great place to start, said Elizabeth Hausler, founder and former CEO of Build Change, a global nonprofit that helps homeowners make their properties more resilient.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Campuses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/campuses. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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