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a document which shows that a person has finished a course of study or has graduated from a school
He earned his high school diploma by attending classes at night.
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Recent Examples of diplomas
In his office, diplomas and academic certificates crowd the walls.
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Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
Just last month, five young women earned their diplomas.
—Maureen Bauer, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026
Nearly 2,300 people who obtained diplomas or transcripts from Noreus got licenses by passing the board exams and went on to work as nurses across the country, court documents said.
—James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
The owner of a former South Florida nursing school, accused of selling fake diplomas to students who then used the credentials to become licensed nurses, pleaded guilty this week to some of the federal charges lodged against her.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2026
The indictment says co-conspirator 1 and others used the fake diplomas and documents to obtain nursing licenses in various states, including California, Pennsylvania and Florida.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Orange High School’s graduating seniors stepped forward to receive their diplomas on Wednesday, June 10.
—Heather McRea, Oc Register, 11 June 2026
As their names were called, graduates crossed the stage to receive their diplomas and mark the completion of their high school education.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 10 June 2026
The evening concluded with graduates receiving their diplomas before flipping their tassels and tossing their caps into the air to celebrate the start of their next chapter.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
Just last month, five young women earned their diplomas.
—Maureen Bauer, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026
Nearly 2,300 people who obtained diplomas or transcripts from Noreus got licenses by passing the board exams and went on to work as nurses across the country, court documents said.
—James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
The owner of a former South Florida nursing school, accused of selling fake diplomas to students who then used the credentials to become licensed nurses, pleaded guilty this week to some of the federal charges lodged against her.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2026
The indictment says co-conspirator 1 and others used the fake diplomas and documents to obtain nursing licenses in various states, including California, Pennsylvania and Florida.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Orange High School’s graduating seniors stepped forward to receive their diplomas on Wednesday, June 10.
—Heather McRea, Oc Register, 11 June 2026
As their names were called, graduates crossed the stage to receive their diplomas and mark the completion of their high school education.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 10 June 2026
The evening concluded with graduates receiving their diplomas before flipping their tassels and tossing their caps into the air to celebrate the start of their next chapter.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diplomas
Noun
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Services will range from individual wellness and sick-patient examinations to routine herd healthcare, breeding soundness exams, pregnancy examinations, on-farm consultations, lameness evaluations and certificates of veterinary inspection, A-State said.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
21 June 2026
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The city of Arlington also provides establishments with inspection score certificates, which assign a letter grade — A, B, C or F — to help customers see the results of the latest health inspection.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 June 2026
Noun
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Readers should independently verify treatment options, materials, warranties, certifications, pricing, and clinical credentials before pursuing treatment.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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These may include community college programs, industry certifications, apprenticeships, or online training opportunities.—
Diane Winiarski,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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“Diplomas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diplomas. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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