graduation

noun

ˌgra-jə-ˈwā-shən How to pronounce graduation (audio)
Definition of graduationnext
as in ladder
a scheme of rank or order had a graduation of testing levels into which to divide the students

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Recent Examples of graduation So every Native Forward scholar gets a person — staff who check in, celebrate graduations, and sometimes simply call a financial aid office on a student’s behalf. — Laurel Donnellan, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Kaye holds graduation ceremonies for people who complete the program. — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 Suri previously used the name during her high school graduation in 2024. — Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026 Brady shared a series of photos on Instagram of the teenager’s high school graduation, including one of himself and Moynahan, 55, showing their support. — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for graduation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for graduation
  1. ladder
  2. hierarchy
  3. ranking
  4. scale
  5. series
Noun
  • While the Phillies focus on competing for another postseason berth, right-hander Gage Wood has steadily climbed the minor league ladder and strengthened his case as one of the franchise's most exciting long-term building blocks.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • The secondary bedroom is positioned in the loft over the kitchen/bathroom and is accessed by a removable wooden ladder.
    — Adam Williams July 27, New Atlas, 27 July 2026
Definition of ladder
Noun
  • Howe had informed the Newcastle hierarchy of his desire to step away shortly after pre-season began but offered to remain in his role while the club sought to find a new head coach.
    — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • Nonetheless, Etna and his fellow creatures understand their subordinate position in the hierarchy.
    — Rachel Vorona Cote, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026
Definition of hierarchy
Noun
  • The tune is one of only two among the Grammy winner’s 10 appearances on the ranking that have not entered the top 10.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
  • The former Virginia star earned a tour spot through the PGA Tour University ranking.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
Definition of ranking
Noun
  • Maggie eventually, after apologizing repeatedly, offers to let Negan stab her in return, as though that would balance the scales.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • The scale and volatility of the recent rally, however, have prompted global investors to treat Korea as a bellwether for broader AI trades.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 28 July 2026
Definition of scale
Noun
  • The new scheme is the latest in a series of attempts by officials to lure back tourists.
    — Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
  • Edison defeated Fountain Valley 34-7 last season for its 21st consecutive victory in the series, which began in 1969.
    — Dan Albano, Oc Register, 28 July 2026
Definition of series

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