as in kids
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
let's go out to a restaurant where there won't be any screaming kiddos running around
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Recent Examples of kiddos
Children can participate in fishing, particularly on the lake, and daredevil kiddos over eight can try their hand at driving cars at nearby Thruxton Circuit.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Mar. 2026
For parents looking for something more active, there will be a kid-friendly yoga class available and the Fort Worth Vaqueros FC soccer team will be there to run soccer drills with kiddos.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026
Explore the waterways on kayaks and paddle boards, and let the kiddos play at the arcade and the new mini-golf course.
—Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Adding a Tex-Mex twist to an all time favorite, our Green Chile Mac and Cheese With Chicken is the perfect way to sneak some greens and protein into your kiddos' meal.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
There are good times to be had with upcoming Chick-fil-A store openings in Indiana, especially for kiddos.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 19 Feb. 2026
My kiddos had to learn how to build up their resilience, physically and mentally, and running taught them about commitment and accountability, all skills that can easily be transferred to school and life.
—Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 26 Jan. 2026
In April 2018, Igelsias introduced his kiddos to the game of soccer, sharing a photo of the trio watching together.
—Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
The Explorer’s Club and Core Zone Teens Club are ready to entertain the kiddos when the grownups need a little quiet time or a spa treatment.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 17 Jan. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Mar. 2026
For parents looking for something more active, there will be a kid-friendly yoga class available and the Fort Worth Vaqueros FC soccer team will be there to run soccer drills with kiddos.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026
Explore the waterways on kayaks and paddle boards, and let the kiddos play at the arcade and the new mini-golf course.
—Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Adding a Tex-Mex twist to an all time favorite, our Green Chile Mac and Cheese With Chicken is the perfect way to sneak some greens and protein into your kiddos' meal.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
There are good times to be had with upcoming Chick-fil-A store openings in Indiana, especially for kiddos.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 19 Feb. 2026
My kiddos had to learn how to build up their resilience, physically and mentally, and running taught them about commitment and accountability, all skills that can easily be transferred to school and life.
—Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 26 Jan. 2026
In April 2018, Igelsias introduced his kiddos to the game of soccer, sharing a photo of the trio watching together.
—Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
The Explorer’s Club and Core Zone Teens Club are ready to entertain the kiddos when the grownups need a little quiet time or a spa treatment.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 17 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kiddos
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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
Cite this Entry
“Kiddos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kiddos. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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