as in kids
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
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.
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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
Multiple juveniles were seen toilet papering a green house with a red door.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 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
Statutorily, North Carolina counties and the state must split the costs of housing juveniles.
—Ryan Oehrli
february 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Two juveniles were arrested and charged with possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and possession of THC.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
Some residents in the Philadelphia suburb of Quakertown are calling for the police chief to resign after a scuffle between police and high school students protesting immigration enforcement policies left several juveniles in custody for four days.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
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
Multiple juveniles were seen toilet papering a green house with a red door.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 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
Statutorily, North Carolina counties and the state must split the costs of housing juveniles.
—Ryan Oehrli
february 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Two juveniles were arrested and charged with possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and possession of THC.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
Some residents in the Philadelphia suburb of Quakertown are calling for the police chief to resign after a scuffle between police and high school students protesting immigration enforcement policies left several juveniles in custody for four days.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for juveniles
Noun
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These hydrocolloid gel bandages seal the blister and provide cushioning against further friction, which will get your kids back in the mood to meet Minnie Mouse super fast.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
6 Mar. 2026
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For homes with pets and kids, this machine-washable throw is a smart pick; simply lay the blanket flat to dry and shake it out to restore its fluffiness.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Spiro grew up privileged in London, one of four children of Glenn Spiro, a prominent jeweler who counts Jay-Z as a client and pal.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Human rights groups have reported that more than 1,000 people have been killed by US-Israeli strikes since Saturday, including children.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Connected to the local FosterAdopt Connect program, the cafe employs people who are or who have been youths in foster care.—
Sofi Zeman
March 5,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
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The event is designed to teach youths how the voting process works, and its impact on everyday life.—
Bea Hines,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Juveniles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juveniles. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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