Definition of preschoolnext
as in nursery
a school for children who are generally less than five years old children excited about starting preschool

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Recent Examples of preschool Leniz Cortes, who teaches preschool at Krieger, used sick hours to attend Monday’s protest. Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026 The preschool said Burke was removed from the school, the child’s family and authorities were notified and her employment was terminated following an internal review, according to FOX 29. Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026 These concerns are remarkably consistent, spanning every stage of a student’s educational journey, from preschool through high school. Jennifer Durocher, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026 Many preschools host an open house, where parents, teachers, and children can get to know each other. Karin A. Bilich, Parents, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for preschool
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nursery
Noun
  • So, a room originally intended to be an office became a nursery—but the layout and bright tangerine color palette remained the same.
    Valentina Lonati, Architectural Digest, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Local eco-systems have been respected; a plant nursery on site ensures the development and growth of local species and the preservation of the existing flora and fauna.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026

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“Preschool.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preschool. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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