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midterms

n. plural-only
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈmɪdˌtɝmz// UK //mˈɪdtˌɜːmz// midterms

n. the exams you take in the middle of a school term. They test what you have learned so far before the final exams at the end of the year.

n. examinations administered halfway through an academic term to assess student progress. Often used in the plural to refer to the entire testing period.


SIMPLE

I need to study all weekend for my midterms.

CONTEXTUAL

The library is always crowded during midterms because everyone is preparing for their history and math exams.

COMPLEX

While final exams carry more weight, performing well on midterms is essential for maintaining a high grade point average throughout the semester.

Synonyms
Usage

Usually plural; takes a plural verb when referring to the set of exams.

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