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Academies
Definition
Academies are schools or institutions that provide education and training in a particular subject.
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- military academies
- art academies
- boarding academies
- dance academies
- music academies
- service academies
- prestigious academies
- private academies
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Usage note
While 'academies' can refer to any institution of higher learning, it often specifically denotes institutions for specialized training, such as military or art academies.
Example sentences
- The academy of music is offering scholarships for talented students.
- My dream is to become a famous artist and attend one of the best academies in the world.
- The academy of science and technology is known for its innovative research.
- The police academy provides training for future police officers.
- The culinary academy offers courses in cooking and baking.
Quotes
The academy is to knowledge what the gym is to health. - Nassim Nicholas Taleb
In an academy, you're not exposed to the world; you're exposed to a bunch of academics. - Chris Rock
An academy is a place where the system makes sure that you stay in line and you learn what the system wants you to learn. - Neil deGrasse Tyson
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