upperclassmen

plural of upperclassman

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Noun
  • To mark the start of Plebe Summer, approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshmen in the Class of 2029 take part in Induction Day which involves In-processing, medical exams, uniform fittings, haircuts, and learning to salute.
    Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Their lineup includes senior Emilie Lew, senior twins Polina and Sasha Briggs, sophomore Julia Cross and two strong freshmen.
    Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Arquila will spearhead an always-potent running game, which could include versatile senior Jack Bucar, junior Gavin Stone and sophomores Logan Lennon and Kelen Wilson.
    Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
  • The juniors moved down a row, then the sophomores and then the freshmen.
    Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Every year, in partnership with CareerWise Colorado, Pinnacol recruits high school juniors and seniors into a three-year apprenticeship program designed to progressively build skills and experience in any of nine business and technology pathways.
    Andy Tonsing, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Freshman Sophie Hinds floored seven kills, while juniors Chelsea Wagner and Taylor Donohoe had nine kills each as Oliver Ames (2-0) bested Mansfield 3-0 in Hockomock League action.
    Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
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“Upperclassmen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upperclassmen. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

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