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Etymology

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Possibly from the propensity during this period for students to cram for final exams and complete term papers, often resulting in sleep deprivation, increased irritability, and stress. Also possibly from the lack of classes or activities scheduled during this period, in order to allow more study time.

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dead week (plural dead weeks)

  1. In a college or university, the week immediately preceding finals week.

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  • reading week (Canada)
  • swot vac (Commonwealth)
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