sophomore
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He was the losing pitcher in a 1-0 game his sophomore year, had to overcome his injury and returned to peak form to deliver a pitching performance that will be remembered and admired for years.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
He just returned from his sophomore year of college and is madly doing all of the networking that you’re suggesting, Matt.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Matt Schulz, author of “Ask Questions, Save Money, Make More: How to Take Control of Your Financial Life”: My son just finished his sophomore year and is in the business school.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
But her replacement, sophomore Isabella Vega, couldn’t find her footing, either.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
The article says Brian came out at that pep rally the spring of his sophomore year, which followed his last winter break here.
From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson
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