1
as in child
a recently born person
the baby is just learning to sit up, so be careful
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2
as in person
a member of the human race
I don't care what you want, there'll be no more work for this baby today
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as in success
a successful result brought about by hard work
a small film that was a labor of love and the baby that the director was proudest of
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as in complainer
a person who makes frequent complaints usually about little things
don't be such a baby—the shot didn't hurt that much
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as in to nurse
to treat with great or excessive care
he babied his car, faithfully washing it every week if you baby him he'll never learn to take care of himself
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as in mini
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Recent Examples of baby
Paloma Chavez, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2025
Summer had her first baby, Bubbles Renee Walker, with producer London on Da Track back in 2021, then gave birth to twin boys with LVRD Pharoh in 2022.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2025
Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2022
Claire Danes is getting mixed reactions to baby No. 3.
—Glenn Garner, Peoplemag, 28 Jan. 2023
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Noun
On April 17, a North Atlantic right whale and her newborn baby were seen swimming in Cape Cod Bay, according to a Facebook post from the New England Aquarium.
—Paloma Chavez, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2025
Summer had her first baby, Bubbles Renee Walker, with producer London on Da Track back in 2021, then gave birth to twin boys with LVRD Pharoh in 2022.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
According to the Christmas story, in addition to angels, the star of Bethlehem (also called the Christmas star) appeared in the sky to guide people to baby Jesus.
—Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2022
Claire Danes is getting mixed reactions to baby No. 3.
—Glenn Garner, Peoplemag, 28 Jan. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for baby
Noun
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In addition to his wife and children he is survived by a grandchild.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2025
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The beach is better suited to adults and older children due to the challenging access and lack of shade.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Noun
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The former vice president, who lost to Trump in the November election, will give her most extensive public remarks since leaving office during the keynote at the San Francisco gala, according to a person familiar with the program.—
CNN.com,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
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Ever since Donald Trump nominated Pete Hegseth to be secretary of defense, critics have called the former Fox News weekend host the most underqualified person to ever hold the position.—
John Ficarra,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2025
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Celebrate small successes to preserve their self-esteem.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
29 Apr. 2025
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Domenech’s success highlights the importance of relationships and referrals.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Harvey is nursing a right teres major strain and Long is dealing with left elbow inflammation.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
19 Apr. 2025
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New England Patriots Needs: RB, WR, O-line, OLB Penn State edge Abdul Carter: If Carter was not nursing a shoulder injury he would have been taken higher.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The mini crustless sandwiches are easy to grab, adorably sized, and most likely filled with something delicious.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
1 May 2025
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What sets this place apart (besides the mini movie theater and thoughtful layout) is the private garden, complete with twinkle lights, lounge seating, and a leafy canopy perfect for slow breakfasts or late-night wine.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Within a week, a woman living on E. 130th St. reported hearing an infant wailing in an apartment occupied by a young widow, Carmela Marzano.—
Mara Bovsun,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2025
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Trinity County authorities continued search and rescue operations Friday for the body of an infant who was swept away from his father’s arms after their four-door sedan veered off the highway and into the Trinity River.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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In the third incident, a man was rushed to a hospital in critical condition, while a woman was nearly wounded by gunfire, police noted.—
Greg Wehner , Bill Melugin,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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Lucas accidentally kills a man with whom he’s had a public beef and is sentenced to hang.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Highlight their key strengths, skills, and accomplishments.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr.,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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The note then echoes Elon Musk’s recent emails to federal workers and demand that victims justify their productivity by listing their weekly accomplishments.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Baby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baby. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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