cram for an examination

cram for an/the exam

To study for a test shortly before it is scheduled to take place. You might have gotten a higher grade if you didn't cram for the exam at the last minute.
See also: cram, exam
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

cram for an examination

 and cram for a test
Fig. to study very hard for an exam. I have to go cram fora test now. If you would study during the school term, you would not have to cram.
See also: cram, examination
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • cram for an/the exam
  • exam
  • examination
  • cram
  • cram for (something)
  • cram for a/the test
  • bomb out on (something)
  • cram in
  • cram into
  • cram into (something)