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
“Theory and book learning are great, but there is something special about testing it out,” Kingsley says.
From Washington Post ● May 25, 2019
A man with a bad leg needed book learning to find his place.
From "Worth" by A. LaFaye
