1
as in teacher
a person of deep wisdom or learning
scholars have long debated whether there is ever such a thing as a truly selfless act
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as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
a scholar who is a specialist in the history of ancient Greece
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as in student
one who attends a school
a competition for promising young scholars from across the country
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Recent Examples of scholar
The cornice is reminiscent of Mayan patterns and design; some scholars attribute the inspiration to his admiration of pre-Columbian architecture, while others attribute it to European design practices at the time.
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Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
Several immigration and legal scholars disagree with the government’s rationale.
—Caitlin Babcock, Christian Science Monitor, 15 Apr. 2025
Legal scholars say sending U.S. citizens to prisons abroad brings up serious constitutional concerns.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2025
Legal scholars have said there is little legal precedent for Trump's war on Big Law, which has created a chilling effect across the legal community, and most will certainly have a chilling effect on his opponents who will need legal representation against him.
—Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 29 Mar. 2025
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Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
Several immigration and legal scholars disagree with the government’s rationale.
—Caitlin Babcock, Christian Science Monitor, 15 Apr. 2025
Legal scholars say sending U.S. citizens to prisons abroad brings up serious constitutional concerns.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2025
Legal scholars have said there is little legal precedent for Trump's war on Big Law, which has created a chilling effect across the legal community, and most will certainly have a chilling effect on his opponents who will need legal representation against him.
—Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scholar
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Improvement in these key areas will improve issues around declining enrollment, stakeholder mistrust and retention of great teachers and staff.—
Silas Allen,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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The open-plan interior also facilitates interaction between the family and crew of seven, plus a teacher and speech therapist.—
Katia Damborsky,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2025
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Various studies from researchers around the world, including experts at the University of Arizona and Tulane University say drought, sea level rise, severe storms and dredging are partly to blame for the increase in frequency and swatch of saltwater intrusion.—
Kati Weis,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2025
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Eyre: Jennifer and Manny Wheeler, who are our language and cultural advisors, are both Navajo and experts in each of those categories.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2025
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Remington, the other student found civilly liable in the wrongful death case, was the only one to be criminally charged.—
Tresa Baldas,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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In the first semester, the students are divided into teams, given a challenge, and tasked with coming up with a plan.—
Shelley Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2025
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Soft, soothing shades like dusty blues, sage greens and warm neutrals can help create a tranquil mood.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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That program including opening the mouth to the ocean, restoring tidal wetlands, creating new endangered bird breeding habitat and preserving the surrounding coastal sage scrub habitat vital for endangered songbirds, such as the Belding’s savannah sparrow.—
Jeff Regan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2025
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When the call came from the Office for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, the master tailor and artist was surprised and emotional.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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Coogler attended the University of Southern California’s School of the Cinematic Arts, obtaining a master’s degree in fine arts in 2011.—
Ashton Jackson,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2025
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Six pupils at Bettie E Woolfolk Middle School were taken to the hospital on Tuesday, March 25, after a fellow student allegedly handed out edibles to their classmates, according to WLBT, WJTV and KKTV11 Alert.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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After parents were threatened with firings and evictions, 200 pupils withdrew.—
Essence,
Essence,
22 Mar. 2025
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Coaches and media pundits have raved about Grant for years.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Tennessee Titans selected Miami quarterback Cam Ward as the No. 1 overall pick in Thursday's NFL Draft, a drama-free move that had been predicted for weeks by football pundits.—
Faris Tanyos,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2025
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Also on the bill: R&B powerhouse Ledisi; actor and singer Leslie Odom Jr.; and guitar virtuoso Orianthi; as well as previously announced performer, composer and bandleader Jon Batiste.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
23 Apr. 2025
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He’s earned international esteem as a bandleader and collaborator with other singular artists like Afro-Swiss harmonica virtuoso Grégoire Maret, Japanese piano star Hiromi, and Cuban reed great Paquito D’Rivera.—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Scholar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scholar. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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