book learning
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But what he lacks in book learning he’s more than made up for in wisdom, humanity and street smarts.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2023
During my dad’s illness, I experienced firsthand what had, until then, just been book learning: Financial planners are often at their best when your life is at its worst.
From New York Times • Feb. 26, 2021
“While book learning was the star of the show up until now, practical, hands-on learning has come into the picture.”
From Seattle Times • Jun. 3, 2020
Here amid the down-on-their luck cars and acrid smells in the garage, there were moments of puzzlement and flashes of excitement as students brought their book learning to real-world leaks and electrical shorts.
From Washington Post • Dec. 29, 2018
“I—I’m dumb. About book learning, I mean. Do you think you could teach me anything without—bawling me out?”
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
