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knight bachelor

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A quick definition of knight bachelor:

A knight bachelor is a man who has been recognized for his achievements and contributions to society by being awarded membership in one of the orders of chivalry, such as the Order of the Bath. This title is often given to unmarried men and is also the first degree conferred on a university graduate.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A knight bachelor is a member of one of the orders of chivalry in English law, such as the Order of the Bath. It is also the usual title of the first degree that is conferred on a university graduate. Additionally, it refers to an unmarried man.

Examples:

  • Prince William was made a knight bachelor by Queen Elizabeth II in 2008.
  • John received his bachelor's degree in engineering from the University of Michigan.
  • As a knight bachelor, Sir David has been recognized for his contributions to the arts and sciences.
  • Although he was a successful businessman, Mr. Smith remained a bachelor his entire life.

The first example illustrates the use of "knight bachelor" as a title conferred by the Queen. The second example shows the use of "bachelor" as a degree earned by a university graduate. The third example demonstrates the use of "knight bachelor" as a recognition for contributions to society. The fourth example shows the use of "bachelor" to refer to an unmarried man.

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HopefullyInLawSchool
16:06
it means you will not be rejected today and may be accepted or WL in the future
Just got my Michigan rejection
BookwormBroker
16:10
same
RoaldDahl
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@HopefullyInLawSchool: what if i already got rejected. does it mean anything
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:12
@RoaldDahl: Likely not however it could mean nothing
RoaldDahl
16:15
So if it means nothing does that mean something?
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:17
Possibly
RoaldDahl
16:26
Cool
RoaldDahl
16:26
thank you!!!! i hope it means something
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HopefullyInLawSchool
17:21
Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
starfishies
17:37
Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
17:38
Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
17:38
Wtf
starfishies
17:39
and the deadline is in like a week what is this
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BatmanBeyond
18:01
Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
BatmanBeyond
18:02
This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
loci already?
BatmanBeyond
18:09
If the odds are like 1-2% I don't think it matters much by the numbers
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I got the same NDLS email
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I think the user profiles are broken
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Any word out of Notre Dame?
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Only the invitation to apply for LSE
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Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
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when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
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how am i supposed to spy on people when profile links are broken?
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