teenager
noun
teen·ag·er
ˈtēn-ˌā-jər 
plural teenagers
: someone who is between 13 and 19 years old
He began singing as a teenager.
Most teenagers firmly believe they have the most embarrassing parents in the world.—
Allison Pearson
Allison PearsonIt's been a tumultuous summer for America's hottest and fastest-growing social media app, one that's particularly popular with teenagers.—Scott Nover
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Never before has Slot called on the silky-skilled teenager before the 70-minute mark in a Premier League game, and in only five of his nine outings has he been given more than 10 minutes of normal time to make a difference.
—Gregg Evans, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
The teenager was transported to an area hospital and was listed in extremely critical condition, according to the Hartford Police Department.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
Prosecutors said two teenagers engaged in a 90-minute citywide crime spree last week that left two men dead without any clear benefit.
—William Lee, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
My own teenagers still remember a time long ago when they were given free Munchkins at Dunkin' Donuts because our server was so touched by their friendly politeness.
—Catherine Newman, Parents, 22 Feb. 2026
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Gregg Evans, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
The teenager was transported to an area hospital and was listed in extremely critical condition, according to the Hartford Police Department.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
Prosecutors said two teenagers engaged in a 90-minute citywide crime spree last week that left two men dead without any clear benefit.
—William Lee, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
My own teenagers still remember a time long ago when they were given free Munchkins at Dunkin' Donuts because our server was so touched by their friendly politeness.
—Catherine Newman, Parents, 22 Feb. 2026
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“Teenager.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teenager. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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