as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
felt like a newborn activist after that pep rally
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as in child
a recently born person
intentionally bought clothes that were too big for her newborn but which undoubtedly would fit him in a few months
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Recent Examples of newborn
Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
In other words, your 2-month-old could fit in newborn, 0-3, 3, or 3-6 size clothing.
—Deborah Skolnik, Parents, 1 Mar. 2026
Lauren Micalizzi, STAT, 2 Mar. 2026
The investigation began in 1979 after the newborn’s body was discovered at a Columbus County landfill.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 28 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Schlanger, who moved to Bondi Beach as an emissary of the Chabad movement 18 years ago, was the father of five children, including a newborn son.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
In other words, your 2-month-old could fit in newborn, 0-3, 3, or 3-6 size clothing.
—Deborah Skolnik, Parents, 1 Mar. 2026
Noun
Even in states that have legalized recreational use of cannabis, there have been cases of newborns being removed by CPS based solely on a mothers’ use of cannabis.
—Lauren Micalizzi, STAT, 2 Mar. 2026
The investigation began in 1979 after the newborn’s body was discovered at a Columbus County landfill.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 28 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newborn
Adjective
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The airport is in the middle of its long-term, $1 billion SDF Next Program, which includes a refreshed concourse, ticketing area and more security checkpoints.—
Leo Bertucci,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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Aside from the diamond seats—which are limited to the two highest trims—I’ve fumbled to find anything to write home about in the refreshed Pilot.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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De Bremaeker said the child has had no access to essential medical care and devices since his deportation.—
Christopher Buchanan,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Adult witnesses whom Cox will be able to question include a mother who had a child under the age of 12 with her and allegedly saw Cox masturbating in the shower.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The universe is giving us space to integrate new desires without losing compassion for others.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Steve Carell taught it, and Adam McKay developed an entire new way of doing it with his group, so to get in there and have that happen was just absolutely magical.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Mar. 2026
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Expansion plans include a dedicated room for sanctuary rabbits that need extra care, a medical and isolation unit, a nursery for baby rabbits, called kits, and a space for emergency intakes waiting for foster homes to become available.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
5 Mar. 2026
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The area said to be controlled by 18th Street is known for its bustling energy, with vendors lining Alvarado Street at all times of day, selling everything from baby formula and irons to knockoff Lionel Messi jerseys.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The revived flight will operate on a Boeing 757 and will feature Delta One lie-flat seats.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2026
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The next front in the revived 2026 budget battle could be back in the City Council, where an aldermanic majority has cried foul over Johnson splitting in half an advance payment to the city’s woefully underfunded public pensions — a major sticking point in last year’s negotiations.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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The National Sleep Foundation recommends 14 to 17 hours for newborns, 12 to 15 for infants, 11 to 14 for toddlers, 10 to 13 for preschoolers and 9 to 11 for school-age children.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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Last year, a Tennessee lawmaker introduced a bill that would temporarily preempt certain lawsuits against Abbott and other manufacturers of specialized formulas for preterm infants while the FDA studies the issue.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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New owners Laura and Tim Schneider hope the reborn paper can aid in the community’s recovery by sharing information on the rebuilding process and luring residents and businesses back.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Debuting in 2018, the streaming series follows an ordinary man reborn as a powerful slime in a fantastical world.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Feb. 2026
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The security guard had snapped a photo of the toddler and the woman accompanying her.—
Sydney Page The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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If that doesn’t paint enough of a picture, just envision trying to play with two toddlers in this jungle.—
Katie Strasberg Rousso,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Newborn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newborn. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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