book learning
Example Sentences
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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
A new book illuminates that debate — now focused on all disadvantaged children — and reveals the remarkable success that vocational-technical schools in Massachusetts have had strengthening job skills and book learning.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 19, 2022
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
"Our man Ty here's got a bright future. Someone's gotta take care of all the book learning."
From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon
