plural of passing grade

(US, slang, derogatory) The practice of students (especially those in college) attempting to negotiate or suck up for better grades.

(US, slang, derogatory) Engaging in grade grubbing.

A commissioned officer of the United States Navy whose rank is above an ensign's and below a lieutenant, or a corresponding rank in other navies.

A method of computing a numerical value for letter grades received in school by assigning each a numeric value and averaging the numbers; the overall average of all courses taken at a time.

plural of low-grade fever

(medicine) A slight fever, typically defined as never exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius (about 101 degrees Fahrenheit).

plural of lieutenant junior grade

plural of grade point average

(idiomatic) Beyond one's level of authority. / (idiomatic) Beyond one's capability.