parenthood
noun
par·ent·hood
ˈper-ənt-ˌhu̇d 
: the state of being a parent
specifically
: the position, function, or standing of a parent
Examples of parenthood in a Sentence
parenthood is a difficult task requiring great commitment
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The couple, Matt and Abby Howard, are looking to expand their brand partnerships, launch new business ventures and grow as voices in the relationships and parenthood media content spaces.
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Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Her troubles—sleepless nights, endless exhaustion—could simply be the result of young parenthood.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
The idea of parenthood and how a father’s life shapes his children has been an interesting thread in your work over the past several years.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
Some are juggling the demands of jobs and parenthood.
—Marisa Peñaloza, NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
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Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Her troubles—sleepless nights, endless exhaustion—could simply be the result of young parenthood.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
The idea of parenthood and how a father’s life shapes his children has been an interesting thread in your work over the past several years.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
Some are juggling the demands of jobs and parenthood.
—Marisa Peñaloza, NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for parenthood
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“Parenthood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parenthood. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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