as in fruit
the descendants of a person, animal, or plant
the racehorse's offspring all proved to be very good racers as well the couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary surrounded by three generations of offspring
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Recent Examples of offspring
Parents matched their offspring’s enthusiasm.
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Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
For example, a pair of rodents can produce dozens of offspring in a single year.
—Kody Boye, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
Injured and stressed fish may produce fewer offspring, be more vulnerable to predators and be less capable of catching prey.
—Matthew Robertson, The Conversation, 6 May 2026
History belies that interpretation, as prior to the amendment, common law prevailed and all (except Blacks, Amerindians and offspring of diplomats) were regarded as citizens at birth (one of the unenumerated rights of the Ninth Amendment).
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
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Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
For example, a pair of rodents can produce dozens of offspring in a single year.
—Kody Boye, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
Injured and stressed fish may produce fewer offspring, be more vulnerable to predators and be less capable of catching prey.
—Matthew Robertson, The Conversation, 6 May 2026
History belies that interpretation, as prior to the amendment, common law prevailed and all (except Blacks, Amerindians and offspring of diplomats) were regarded as citizens at birth (one of the unenumerated rights of the Ninth Amendment).
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offspring
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Refreshments like chlorophyll water, fruit, and nuts are readily available, while a nourishing lunch can be ordered at any time.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Showing beautiful aromatics, including expressive floral notes in the bouquet, 2021 Brunello is noted for its bold fruit flavors, extraordinary balance, elegant texture, and overall integration.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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Auerbach recently heard George Thorogood’s debut with the Destroyers for the first time, an ironic biographical note, as his own band is Thorogood’s spiritual and stylistic progeny.—
Grayson Haver Currin,
Pitchfork,
7 May 2026
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Rhode is a celebrity brand, yes—Bieber is the progeny of the Baldwins (daughter of Stephen, niece of Alec), the wife of a generation-defining pop star, a model, and a powerful influencer.—
Lucy Feldman,
Time,
6 May 2026
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The Cavs were eliminated in the second round again last season as the top seed.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Second seed Lake Howell (27-5) bounced out to a 17-10 lead in the first set but watched the lead slip away and had to battle to pull out the 27-25 win.—
Bill Kemp,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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The technology could hollow out entire industries like software engineering, which had been investors’ golden child.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
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In short, Esperanza does a good job of welcoming both families and adults without children in a seamless way.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas did not discuss Mott’s extensive criminal history at a news conference Tuesday morning but noted that investigators were reaching out to his family and those who knew him seeking additional information about his motivations.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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The Yellowstone universe includes several spinoffs that explore the Dutton family's legacy across different generations.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Pritzker last fall tasked the Illinois Accountability Commission with fact-finding about the sweeping Chicago-area raids for posterity, the public eye and potential future law enforcement actions, but the panel itself has no direct law enforcement power.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Fantle, who spent a lifetime interviewing Golden Age celebrities to preserve their stories for posterity, died unexpectedly Tuesday at his home in Milwaukee following a cardiovascular emergency.—
Chris Yogerst,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Offspring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offspring. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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