ENGLISH
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go to school

idiom
Meaning

To attend classes regularly at a school, college, or university as a student.


Examples
SIMPLE

My younger brother has to go to school every morning.

CONTEXTUAL

She works at a cafe in the afternoon after she finishes going to school.

COMPLEX

Although he was already working full time, he decided to go to school at night to earn his degree.

Last updated April 22, 2026