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Recent Examples of maternal
Makary didn't appear Monday in the Oval Office alongside the president and other top public health officials for an event on maternal health.
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Olivia Rinaldi, CBS News, 12 May 2026
As their relationship re-ignites, Alex’s growing bond with Maxy forces a deadly choice between maternal instinct and romantic obsession.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 12 May 2026
About 1,000 mg of iron is required during gestation and the postpartum period to support fetal growth and development and an increase in maternal blood volume.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 12 May 2026
Women who are at the most risk for maternal health problems are in communities with fewer resources and more coverage gaps, according to Steve Miff, president and CEO of Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
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Olivia Rinaldi, CBS News, 12 May 2026
As their relationship re-ignites, Alex’s growing bond with Maxy forces a deadly choice between maternal instinct and romantic obsession.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 12 May 2026
About 1,000 mg of iron is required during gestation and the postpartum period to support fetal growth and development and an increase in maternal blood volume.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 12 May 2026
Women who are at the most risk for maternal health problems are in communities with fewer resources and more coverage gaps, according to Steve Miff, president and CEO of Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maternal
Adjective
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As a follow-up, police issued 15 parental responsibility citations.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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In a Miami courtroom last year, the men successfully petitioned for parental rights before the boy was even born.—
Kimberly Bird,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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Not into destruction, but into creation and feminine force.—
JD Linville,
Variety,
19 May 2026
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It's meant to be wholly feminine and romantic, reminiscent of bygone times.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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This week started with honoring our moms and those who have acted as a motherly presence in our lives.—
Grace Miserocchi,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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The vibrant flower enhances Leo's aura, urging them to shine their motherly instincts.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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“Maternal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maternal. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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