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bassinet

noun

Definition of bassinet

as in crib

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Recent Examples of bassinet Some parents now keep key items — bottles, burp cloths, diapers, a warmer, and soft lighting — closer to the crib or bassinet so more of the feeding routine can happen in one calm, predictable space. — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 18 June 2026 The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning letter to the makers of a popular baby bassinet. — Shanelle Kaul, CBS News, 16 June 2026 In one slide, Miller, 23, and his girlfriend stood next to each other behind Kashton in a bassinet. — Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026 Then there are pack ‘n’ plays, travel cribs, and bassinets—also all different. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 5 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for bassinet

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Security footage and baby monitor records showed that Ruby was outside her crib for just six hours during the last four days of her life, KUTV, Cache Valley Daily and KSL reported, citing police.

— Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026
While there is absolutely nothing childish about the property, there are crib and highchairs available, children’s menus at the hotel’s restaurant, and babysitting services that can be arranged through a third party.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 July 2026

Definition of crib

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Our top choice, the Harkla Sensory Swing for Kids & Adults, functions as a highly flexible therapeutic cradle to help kids find a comfortable, secure position in no time.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
Ghostbusters was indeed a financial disappointment; the movie lost millions of dollars, killing a potential franchise in its cradle.

— Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 19 July 2026

Definition of cradle

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The company operates driverless buggies that have no steering wheel or pedals, and feature four carriage-style seats that face inward, giving them a shuttle-like atmosphere.

— Annie Palmer, CNBC, 17 July 2026
Barns, open pastures, horses and buggies, and small towns define this stretch of Amish Country, offering a quiet change from the busy cities left behind.

— Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026

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His mother, Laura, was a devout Methodist and a vegetarian, while his father, Kenneth, who worked as an accounts clerk and also restored prams and bicycles, had been a conscientious objector, and was a militant anti-smoker.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 20 June 2026
The majority of the 1048 pieces in this set are used to build the much larger pram, but the completely separate Grogu figure is a joy to put together.

— Rich Owen, Space.com, 4 Feb. 2026

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