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universities

NOUN
institution of higher education
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NOUN
educational institution
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Prior to Kalshi and Polymarket’s exploding popularity, futures trading was a niche financial tool used in universities for experiments and specific industry actors.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

Schools and universities are typically closed on Memorial Day, though it’s always best to check with your local school district.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Speakers promoting AI are getting booed at universities, voters are rebelling against data centers, and even AI-friendly Trump administration officials are starting to retreat as an artificial intelligence backlash gathers pace across the United States.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

“Hopefully, that’s what universities do, provide that pause that allows for reflection.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The young musicians in modern conservatoires, music colleges and universities study in an environment that fosters respect for and engagement with a multitude of genres and traditions.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall



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