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Noun
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The casting featured a deep roster of models, from elders to adorable kids, many the children of staffers.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026 -
The couple, who got married in 2012 and share four kids, seem interested in packing their bags and heading across the pond for a while.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
7 May 2026
Noun
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In Orlando, around 1,000 teenagers showed up to the Icon Park area on a Saturday night last month, spurring fights and a substantial police response that led to nine arrests on charges including battery on an officer, resisting arrest and trespassing.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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The hackers — called ShinyHunters, believed to be mostly Western teenagers behind several other high-profile attacks — demanded crypto payments to unlock the system, and threatened to leak private data.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Benjamin’s boys and girls teams both fought through adversity at the FHSAA 1A state track and field finals at Hodges Stadium at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville on Wednesday.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
7 May 2026
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Almost three years later, a 30-strong ensemble of young boys, many making their professional acting debuts thanks to open casting calls, is transporting us to their unruly island in a four-part BBC series, with episodes airing on Sundays and the entire series available on BBC iPlayer.—
Connor Sturges,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Another California baby has contracted measles — this time, in Orange County — raising questions about what parents should do to protect their youngsters as the notoriously contagious disease continues to spread nationwide.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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Still, these two youngsters don’t shy away from it, whether the topic is past and present occupants of the White House or issues like immigration.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Loon Nippers Your nippers will quickly become your best fishing buddy.—
Francesca Krempa,
Outside,
23 Dec. 2025
Noun
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This is a nice outing for couples seeking a break from the kiddos, or groups looking for a sit-down dining experience while in town.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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Song is a longtime fan of the Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Lakers, sharing her love of the teams with her kiddos.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
Noun
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They were called after multiple brawls involving as many as 100 people, most of whom were juveniles, broke out at the park.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Authorities in Solano County arrested an 18-year-old and two juveniles, after officers said they were found with firearms early Sunday morning.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Gunfire has killed at least 278 youths ages 12 to 17 so far this year, with another 796 injured, according to GVA.—
Holly Yan,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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“Mama's boys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mama%27s%20boys. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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