out of term

USAGE SUMMARY

Sentence No, "out of term" is not an idiom or expression that is acceptable in written English.
"Out of term" does not mean anything in English, and therefore cannot be used in a sentence.

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Science

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

7 human-written examples

Many Congolese fear that Mr. Kabila is trying to wiggle out of term limits like several of his presidential cohorts across Africa and hold onto power indefinitely.

The New York Times

I know that if I want to see a GP out of term time, it's going to be a nightmare.

The Guardian

It added: "Eid fell out of term time, which may explain some of the relatively large fall in absence for religious observance".

BBC

This drop may be partly down to a "substantial" decrease in absence in the autumn term 2011, which was due to a number of factors, government statisticians suggest, including a drop in pupils taking time off ill and the fact that the Muslim festival Eid fell out of term time.

BBC

I'm pausing myself to take everything in before I speak out of term.

Huffington Post

The biggest issue with using these venues has been the lack of availability because they are heavily used for teaching during term and are in high demand out of term.

Briefings in Bioinformatics

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

52 human-written examples

"If you get the opportunity to participate in an out-of-term lab placement, take it.

The Guardian

Earlier that day, the Supreme Court will hold a rare, out-of-term rehearing of a case that has implications for the way corporations finance political campaigns.

Forbes

Table 16 Results of the STD ALBAYZIN 2014 evaluation on test data for in-vocabulary terms and out-of-vocabulary terms.

EURASIP Journal on Audio, Speech, and Music Processing

Evaluation results show reasonable performance for moderate out-of-vocabulary term rate.

EURASIP Journal on Audio, Speech, and Music Processing

He described the decision to me in almost out-of-body terms.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When referring to periods outside of the academic term, use more specific and clear phrases like "during the break", "after the semester ends", or "during vacation time" to avoid confusion.

Common error

Avoid using "out of term" if your audience might not be familiar with academic calendars. Instead, specify the time frame, such as "during summer vacation" or "after the fall semester".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "out of term" functions primarily as an adverbial phrase, indicating a time period outside the regular academic session. Ludwig examples show it relating to scheduling, availability, and events occurring when school is not in session. However, Ludwig AI considers it potentially incorrect in standard written English.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

43%

Science

43%

Wiki

14%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the phrase "out of term" is used to indicate periods outside of the academic session, it is often vague and potentially incorrect. Ludwig AI indicates that "out of term" is not acceptable in written English. More specific alternatives, such as "during the break" or "after the semester ends", are generally preferred for clarity. The phrase appears most frequently in news and media and scientific contexts. To avoid confusion, consider your audience and use more precise language when describing timeframes outside the regular academic schedule.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

outside of the academic session

This phrase replaces "term" with "academic session" for clarity.

during vacation time

This specifies the time when school is not in session.

when classes are not in session

This alternative clearly indicates periods without scheduled classes.

during the break

This is a shorter, more informal way to say "out of term".

after the semester ends

This specifies the period following the end of a formal academic period.

in the intersession period

This phrase refers to the time between academic terms.

during off-peak academic times

This alternative describes periods of lower academic activity.

in the non-teaching period

This clarifies that the time is outside of regular teaching schedules.

during holidays

This refers specifically to holiday periods when school is closed.

after classes conclude

This alternative highlights the end of instructional time.

FAQs

What does "out of term" mean in an academic context?

In an academic setting, "out of term" generally refers to the period when classes are not in session. Alternatives include "during the break" or "after the semester ends".

How can I use a phrase other than "out of term" to describe vacation time?

Instead of "out of term", consider using phrases like "during vacation time", "when classes are not in session", or "during holidays".

Is "out of term" grammatically correct in all contexts?

While "out of term" appears in some contexts, it's often unclear and may not be grammatically correct. It's best to use more specific alternatives such as "outside of the academic session" to ensure clarity.

What are some professional alternatives to "out of term"?

In professional settings, avoid "out of term". Instead, use phrases like "in the intersession period" or "during off-peak academic times" for better understanding.