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bassinet

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Definition of bassinet

as in crib

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Recent Examples of bassinet At one center in Beijing, Wang Can and her husband relax in a hotel-like suite, admiring their newborn daughter in her bassinet. — Ann Scott Tyson, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Aug. 2026 That is why millions of people now sleep with a ring, a watch or a smart bassinet nearby, quietly collecting sleep data all night long. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026 The rental is free for six months, which is the typical length of time a bassinet is used before the baby is too big for it or is able to get onto their hands and knees independently. — Roni Robbins, AJC.com, 20 July 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for bassinet

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Every big man dreams of taking something to the crib, scoring a touchdown.

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 20 Sep. 2026
Crib standards also change, as drop-sided cribs were banned from manufacture in 2011, with the most recent crib regulation update being August 1, 2026.

— Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of crib

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This ecosystem has been the cradle of many major innovative high-tech companies, as well as those sparking innovation and growth in other sectors.

— Andrew McAfee, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2026
The Massachusetts Bay is a beautiful place to have a breakdown, and the setting serves as a tender cradle for high school history teacher Artie Dam to have his whole world turned upside down.

— Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

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Rather than subject free-roaming outdoor cats to dangers like cars and coyotes, some opt for supervised harness and pram walking.

— Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Seen pushing the same pram as in the picture above, this was also taken at Park House in Sandringham.

— Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026

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