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doctorate

[dok-ter-it] / ˈdɒk tər ɪt /
NOUN
doctor's degree
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While at the University of California, Berkeley, pursuing a doctorate in theoretical physics, he started taking computer science courses out of curiosity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

It’s a job that requires a doctorate, a love of Gouda and the diplomacy of a hostage negotiator.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

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

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

An honorary doctorate is the highest honour UU can bestow and is awarded to inspirational people who have made an outstanding impact in their field.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The student was starting a doctorate in electrical engineering.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee




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