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doctorate

[dok-ter-it] / ˈdɒk tər ɪt /
NOUN
doctor's degree
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Haight is now pursuing a doctorate in autism studies at Towson University in Maryland, and hosts meetings for autistic peer support groups.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

While working on her doctorate at the University of Washington in Seattle, Mastick took an unconventional approach.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

He studied physics at Harvard and after getting his doctorate in 2015, he was the first machine-learning hire at Kensho, an AI firm for finance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

Araghchi, who holds a doctorate in political thought from the University of Kent in England, has vigorously defended Iran's position in TV interviews including with American media.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

“That he’s going on for a doctorate in psychology and doesn’t intend to take his place.”

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok




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