Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upperclassmen
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Committed to Mark Few and Gonzaga for more than eight months, Johnson has a chance to become one of the better perimeter freshmen the Bulldogs have had in recent years.—
Tobias Bass,
New York Times,
15 June 2026 -
UConn brought in nine new players this offseason – seven transfers and two freshmen – after losing five to expiring eligibility and five more to the transfer portal.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
12 June 2026
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The championship team consisted of seniors Kaitlyn Peck and Harmony Painter along with sophomores Madeline Kennedy and Mackenzie Franey.—
Stephanie Ogilvie,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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Servite’s Wells twins, who are sophomores, finished second and third in the 200.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
31 May 2026
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Only juniors can play under the Russian flag.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Per data from the 2024-25 school year, only slightly more than 30% of high school juniors across the state were meeting or exceeding the standard for math.—
Tarini Mehta,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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“Upperclassmen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upperclassmen. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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