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Stuffed teddy bears tucked inside sprays of flowers.—
Bracey Harris,
NBC news,
28 June 2026 In this video, JJ imagines that his favorite teddy bear comes to life.—Parents,
26 June 2026 Cristina, 7, walked steadily into Miami International Airport holding the hand of her 3-year-old sister and a giant teddy bear.—Miami Herald,
25 June 2026 The tool is made from BPA-free, flexible silicone and comes in adorable puppy and teddy bear shapes to add a whimsical touch to your drawer.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for teddy bear
Word History
Etymology
Teddy, nickname of Theodore Roosevelt; from a cartoon depicting the president sparing the life of a bear cub while hunting