preparatory schools

plural of preparatory school

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Noun
  • The defining elements are elaborate parades, continuous samba dancing and vibrant costumes — every piece crafted by local samba schools that spend the entire year preparing.
    Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
  • Chicago cannot compete for families, businesses, investment and long-term growth if parents lose confidence in their neighborhood schools or educators feel unsupported in their classrooms.
    Susana A. Mendoza, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
Noun
  • Charge all devices, preps for pets, prep for school closings and virtual learning.
    Andrew Kozak, CBS News, 22 Feb. 2026
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“Preparatory schools.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preparatory%20schools. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.

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