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Examples of community college in a Sentence
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Enrollment has been declining in the state’s community colleges, and funding is tied to enrollment.
—Kim Rich, Orange County Register, 20 May 2024
The report assumes higher spending on schools and community colleges than the administration’s proposal, leading to much of the difference.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacramento Bee, 17 May 2024
Other kids in higher grades are focused on what community organizations could be part of a development such as a homeless shelter or community college.
—Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel, 16 May 2024
Many tribal students come from small schools or community colleges that don’t offer such support, said Bray.
—Usha Lee McFarling, STAT, 16 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1922, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of community college was
in 1922
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“Community college.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/community%20college. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
community college
noun
: a public junior college that fits its instruction to the community's needs
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