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academic

[ak-uh-dem-ik] / ˌæk əˈdɛm ɪk /


NOUN
scholar or university/college teacher
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Sick babies – who were considered unsuitable for adoption – were allowed to die at a church-run mother and baby home in Cumbria, according to a new study of documents by a leading academic.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Even more important, our faculty told me that raising the academic bar resulted in a more vibrant classroom experience and a richer campus life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

I thought my findings, like many academic papers, would have limited lasting relevance in the fast-evolving world of business.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Juarez had little attention when the season began because he missed all of last year for academic ineligibility.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

“My, what a marvelous trio of academic ambassadors for the district! Kudos to you, Patricia. Kudos indeed!”

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein




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