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exam

[ig-zam] / ɪgˈzæm /




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The ACT said the share of exam takers who got special accommodations rose to 7% last year from 4.1% in 2013.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

She is now preparing for a certification exam and will start a mental-health residency this fall.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

A difficult final exam, and maybe another gateway to the postseason.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

On Reddit, one user criticised the staging, which they described as a man "huffing and puffing around an exam hall".

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“I have an exam this morning, too, in case you forgot. I promise you’ll be on time for your test. Now can you let me study in peace for two seconds, please?”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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