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a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
a medical study that followed juveniles through adolescence and into adulthood
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Recent Examples of juveniles
Report 21-16254-OF involves juveniles.
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Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
At least three suspects who were juveniles at the time of the incident were arrested for their role.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
Since the start of 2023, 19 of those victims have been juveniles.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Mar. 2026
Two juveniles were arrested on firearm and drug charges, while several others were charged with theft and hit-and-run.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
One adult and two juveniles were ultimately taken into custody in connection with the incident, but, due to the complexity of the case and ongoing forensic review, were later released pending further investigative action, the police department said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
In Palm Beach, Florida, a case against the county sheriff helped end the practice of putting juveniles in solitary confinement.
—James Verini, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
In a January commissioners meeting, Susan Garnett, CEO of My Health My Resources, said the organization serves about 400 juveniles across all of its juvenile justice services.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Mar. 2026
Adults tackled a wider range of prey, while juveniles focused only on smaller, more manageable meals – likely smaller frogs, grasshoppers and dragonflies.
—Leonie Baier, The Conversation, 27 Feb. 2026
Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
At least three suspects who were juveniles at the time of the incident were arrested for their role.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
Since the start of 2023, 19 of those victims have been juveniles.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Mar. 2026
Two juveniles were arrested on firearm and drug charges, while several others were charged with theft and hit-and-run.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
One adult and two juveniles were ultimately taken into custody in connection with the incident, but, due to the complexity of the case and ongoing forensic review, were later released pending further investigative action, the police department said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
In Palm Beach, Florida, a case against the county sheriff helped end the practice of putting juveniles in solitary confinement.
—James Verini, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
In a January commissioners meeting, Susan Garnett, CEO of My Health My Resources, said the organization serves about 400 juveniles across all of its juvenile justice services.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Mar. 2026
Adults tackled a wider range of prey, while juveniles focused only on smaller, more manageable meals – likely smaller frogs, grasshoppers and dragonflies.
—Leonie Baier, The Conversation, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for juveniles
Noun
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Rosenthal believes stories about kids feeling nervous or afraid to try new things connect with both children and adults.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Their potential — with the right education, nurtured by parents who are determined to give their kids a shot at the American dream — is just as limitless as any other student in this nation’s public schools.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Rosenthal believes stories about kids feeling nervous or afraid to try new things connect with both children and adults.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The organization is working with the Illinois Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance as well as Soccer Gear for Zambia so children locally and overseas benefit from the donations.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Three teenagers have also been charged in the shooting, including a 15-year-old who, in July 2024, was ordered to serve a term at a state facility for youths after admitting to the charges of unlawful use of a weapon and knowingly discharging or firing a firearm at a person.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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The garden and culinary programs provide hands-on learning, vocational training and a therapeutic space for youths.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Juveniles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juveniles. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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