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preparatory school

NOUN
preliminary educational institution
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He played soccer and went to Bishop Denis J. O’Connell High School, a Catholic preparatory school in Arlington.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

When he boarded the car at the Metro Center station, it was packed with dozens of students, some wearing shirts and backpacks from Landon — a college preparatory school in Bethesda.

From Washington Post • Sep. 6, 2022

Through the Academy of Kings in Orlando, a preparatory school founded by his brother Marquel to help develop male leaders, Neasman has dedicated himself to inspiring youngsters.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 31, 2021

The woman, referred to as Jane to protect her anonymity, attended the Moray school and its preparatory school Aberlour House from 1979.

From BBC • Oct. 13, 2021

“I am sure you have heard of Hackett, the preparatory school for boys,” he said.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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