as in mother
a person who brings forth and raises a child
The couple recently became parents for the first time. She grew up in a single parent household.
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as in to raise
to bring forth and raise to maturity through care and education
They expertly parent their second child using all the lessons learned from raising their first.
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Recent Examples of parent
Daniel S. Levine, People.com, 22 July 2025
As many have pointed out, though, the bait-cutting of the show that just got nominated for its 33rd Emmy Award coincides with parent company Paramount’s in-process merger with Skydance, a deal that requires sign-off from the Federal Communications Commission.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 22 July 2025
Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 30 June 2025
What do the teens themselves make of this literature: the books of social-science findings and parenting prescriptions, the headlines and journalistic concern?
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
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Noun
However, the cancellation came three days after Colbert, 61, criticized CBS’ parent company, Paramount, over its $16 million settlement with President Donald Trump, who alleged that CBS News’ 60 Minutes deceptively edited an interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris.
—Daniel S. Levine, People.com, 22 July 2025
As many have pointed out, though, the bait-cutting of the show that just got nominated for its 33rd Emmy Award coincides with parent company Paramount’s in-process merger with Skydance, a deal that requires sign-off from the Federal Communications Commission.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 22 July 2025
Verb
Relationships aren’t always 50/50 either—at times one partner may carry more weight than the other, and that extends to parenting too.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 30 June 2025
What do the teens themselves make of this literature: the books of social-science findings and parenting prescriptions, the headlines and journalistic concern?
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for parent
Noun
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The 69-year-old hails from an ethnically mixed family – his father is Azeri and his mother is Kurdish.—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN,
6 July 2024
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And if your mother doesn't feel comfortable setting her own boundary, offer to be her excuse.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Washington Post,
6 July 2024
Verb
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Money raised will prioritize private residential nursing care, additional support services and ongoing transport and palliative care needs.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
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Attorneys in death penalty cases often raise the issue of past trauma as a mitigating factor for juries to consider when deciding punishment.—
The Marshall Project,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Joe’s malleable wife Louise (Emma Stone) falls under the sway of both her conspiracy theorist mom (Deirdre O’Connell) and the charismatic leader (Austin Butler) of a QAnon-type cult.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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But mom Angelina is reportedly feeling like any parent when her kids leave the nest, apprehensive.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
19 July 2025
Verb
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Wallen did his best throughout to nurture the connection he’s been building with his ever-growing fan base this whole time.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
19 July 2025
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While there’s no quick fix for loneliness, nurturing friendships, joining community groups, or just making time to connect can help protect both your mental and physical health for years to come.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
15 July 2025
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Travis noted that a significant number of these operations are family-run, passed down through generations, fostering a unique sense of community and heritage.—
Amelia Wu
July 19,
Sacbee.com,
19 July 2025
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If social interaction soothes you, ensure your work environment fosters conversation and connection, rather than isolation.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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“Parent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parent. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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