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Recent Examples of parental
At Zoom, parental leave is down from 22 to 24 weeks down to 18 weeks, and 10 weeks instead of 16 for non-birthing parents.
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Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 27 Apr. 2026
Several states have enacted similar measures in recent years regarding parental notification and consent.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Some argue that this debate is about parental choice.
—Sarah Marsicek, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
Another amendment adopted to the bill sought to address multiuser accounts, chiefly by having parental and subordinate accounts.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
The initiative does not address healthcare for minors, but Idaho law requires parental consent for the vast majority of minors’ treatments.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 25 Apr. 2026
The key is participation in these higher dollar types of events may be later in life when the teenager becomes a young adult ideally with a job and can pay for the expenses on their own or with some parental support.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
In March, Santiago filed to establish a parental relationship for her son King Rafael Santiago Pierce.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Of those who reported childhood exposure to parental domestic violence, 27 percent reported a cancer diagnosis.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 27 Apr. 2026
Several states have enacted similar measures in recent years regarding parental notification and consent.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Some argue that this debate is about parental choice.
—Sarah Marsicek, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
Another amendment adopted to the bill sought to address multiuser accounts, chiefly by having parental and subordinate accounts.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
The initiative does not address healthcare for minors, but Idaho law requires parental consent for the vast majority of minors’ treatments.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 25 Apr. 2026
The key is participation in these higher dollar types of events may be later in life when the teenager becomes a young adult ideally with a job and can pay for the expenses on their own or with some parental support.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
In March, Santiago filed to establish a parental relationship for her son King Rafael Santiago Pierce.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Of those who reported childhood exposure to parental domestic violence, 27 percent reported a cancer diagnosis.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parental
Adjective
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Using advanced sensors and robotic manipulation, these nuclear nomads can perform inspections and repairs that previously required massive protective gear and strict time limits.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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The supplement has been touted for its protective benefits, derived from its key component, omega-3 fatty acids.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Demi Moore has been supportive of ex-husband Bruce Willis — even almost 30 years after their divorce.—
Sarah Sotoodeh,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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April 19 guest commentary The recent commentary on the Colorado Connector rail service was supportive of moving ahead.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Research shows, however, that access to modern contraceptives, and the ability to prevent or space out pregnancies, improves maternal mortality rates, family incomes and babies’ health.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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Preston’s maternal great-uncle, a merchant seaman during World War II, collected African art, and it was all passed on to his mother and then to him.—
Wendy Goodman,
Curbed,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Weinstein's lawyers have argued that the messages show there was nothing but a caring relationship.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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The service The place is small enough that the staff knows your name, but feels familial and caring, not overbearing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Parental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parental. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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