as in moms
a female human parent
he dreaded telling his mother that her favorite figurine had gotten broken
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as in has
to bring forth from the womb
I hope to mother at least one child
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as in nurses
to attend to the needs and comforts of
mothered the patients with chicken soup
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Recent Examples of mothers
Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
There is a particular relationship some mothers have with their sons that’s often labeled as helicopter parenting during childhood, but when these boys become men, the bond sometimes evolves into an uncomfortable obsession.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025
The athletes’ mothers, Maribel Munoz and Hanan Hazameh, are also named plaintiffs.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
Just recently, the Washington Post analyzed labor statistics, and found that flexible, remote work opportunities gave mothers the opportunity to pursue their career goals.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 10 Sep. 2025
The commission said the administration would research possible connections between children's oral health and chronic disease, update nutrition requirements for infant formula, and work to increase the rate of breastfeeding among American mothers.
—Will McDuffie, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
These days, my two youngest grandchildren have a habit of biting their mothers, and in some instances, other children.
—Miriam Toews
september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
Palmer recalled a conversation at a party with other mothers, where one expressed surprise that her daughter, age five, didn't know who Taylor Swift was.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Children infected by their mothers during pregnancy with measles, mumps, and influenza, and other pathogens were 30% more likely to develop ASD.
—Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
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The news follows recent reports that women, particularly mothers of young children, are leaving the workforce at an alarming rate.
—Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
There is a particular relationship some mothers have with their sons that’s often labeled as helicopter parenting during childhood, but when these boys become men, the bond sometimes evolves into an uncomfortable obsession.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025
The athletes’ mothers, Maribel Munoz and Hanan Hazameh, are also named plaintiffs.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
Just recently, the Washington Post analyzed labor statistics, and found that flexible, remote work opportunities gave mothers the opportunity to pursue their career goals.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 10 Sep. 2025
The commission said the administration would research possible connections between children's oral health and chronic disease, update nutrition requirements for infant formula, and work to increase the rate of breastfeeding among American mothers.
—Will McDuffie, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
These days, my two youngest grandchildren have a habit of biting their mothers, and in some instances, other children.
—Miriam Toews
september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
Palmer recalled a conversation at a party with other mothers, where one expressed surprise that her daughter, age five, didn't know who Taylor Swift was.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Children infected by their mothers during pregnancy with measles, mumps, and influenza, and other pathogens were 30% more likely to develop ASD.
—Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mothers
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So why are so many moms leaving their jobs?—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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From her drive as an athlete to her success outside of the game, Morgan continues to find ways to elevate young players, moms, and athletes in ways that allow others to win.—
Jackie Gutierrez,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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While Cruz is still working to get Democratic sponsors for his bill, the issue has support from across the aisle.—
Emily Wilkins,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Cumberland Falls is one of only two places in the world that regularly produces moonbows — a night-time rainbow created by moonlight refracting through water droplets.—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Sep. 2025
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This tree produces consistently vibrant red foliage in the fall.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
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Coupled with the efficiency of the A19 Pro and iOS 26’s power management, Apple says the iPhone 17 Pro Max delivers the longest battery life ever on an iPhone.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Aroldis Chapman #44 of the Boston Red Sox delivers a ninth inning pitch against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on September 07, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.—
Tim Crowley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Mothers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mothers. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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