midyear

noun

mid·​year ˈmid-ˌyir How to pronounce midyear (audio)
1
a
: an examination at the middle of an academic year
b
midyears plural : the set of examinations at the middle of an academic year
also : the period of such examinations
2
a
: the middle or middle portion of a calendar year
b
: the middle of an academic year
midyear adjective

Examples of midyear in a Sentence

She expects to get a promotion at midyear.
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According to the report, massive midyear cuts would require significant staff reductions or as many as 10 to 11 furlough days across the district. Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025 This summer surge in job transitions suggests many professionals use the midyear point to reassess their career paths and make significant changes. Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025 Both premiere models are planned for a limited production run of 1,500 units, and the company promises to show a prototype of the Speedster by midyear, with a production model scheduled for 2026, to be followed in subsequent months by the Roadster. Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025 According to the report, massive midyear cuts would require significant staff reductions or as many as 10 to 11 furlough days across the district. Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for midyear

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of midyear was in the 15th century

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“Midyear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midyear. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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midyear

noun
mid·​year ˈmid-ˌyi(ə)r How to pronounce midyear (audio)
1
: the middle of a calendar year or academic year
2
: a midyear examination
midyear adjective

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