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Recent Examples of preteen
Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 Oct. 2025
At the most recent Community Day in early August, a crew of five preteen boys (and their dads) joined more than 300 players at the Charlie Yates Golf Course in Atlanta.
—Sydney Haywood, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2025
Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 28 Nov. 2025
In the film, one culprit is Radha, an androgynous preteen suffering through the gender codifications of early puberty.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
Current safety features used by Roblox include chat filters that prevent users under 13 from sending direct messages unless parental controls are adjusted and filters that block inappropriate language and attempts to direct preteen users off the platform or to solicit personal information.
—Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 Oct. 2025
At the most recent Community Day in early August, a crew of five preteen boys (and their dads) joined more than 300 players at the Charlie Yates Golf Course in Atlanta.
—Sydney Haywood, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2025
Noun
Because of time’s arrow, my daughter, who was once a toddler, is now a preteen.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 28 Nov. 2025
In the film, one culprit is Radha, an androgynous preteen suffering through the gender codifications of early puberty.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preteen
Adjective
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Iuga Fleece-Lined Leggings Every teenage girl loves a good pair of leggings, and these will check all the boxes.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
16 Jan. 2026
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Led by teenage phenom Macklin Celebrini, the Sharks have emerged after years in the rebuilding wilderness as a legitimate playoff contender.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
16 Jan. 2026
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In January 2022, 11 of the teens filed a lawsuit against Tiffany.—
Emily Krauser,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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While the fragrance-free formula is ideal for teens with extra-sensitive skin, there are also eight different light and refreshing scents to choose from, including Vanilla Cashmere, Fresh and Cozy, Pomegranate Raspberry, Strawberry Dream, Pink Champagne, Jasmine Peach, and Coconut Waters.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Most people who get sick recover within a week, but infections can be severe in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.—
Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Yu says his early experiences led him to chase achievement as a way of protecting a younger version of himself.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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The teenager, who was left blind after the tragedy, died a week after accomplishing his goal to attend the University of Utah.—
Daniel S. Levine,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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As Arnoldo’s undocumented father, Arnulfo Bazan Carrillo, drove off, the terrified teenager began filming on his phone.—
Nicole Foy,
ProPublica,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Police were called before the shooting with a report of underage drinking at the event center, where vendors were serving alcohol to minors, the affidavit said.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Jan. 2026
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This change comes after Grok received a dressing-down from users and international officials for complying with requests to digitally undress women and underage girls or create sexualized deep fakes of them without their consent.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Right after the holidays, the tween posted TikTok videos of her wearing the statement necklace with a blue camouflage jacket, black pleated skirt and a bright blue wig.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
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Disney Channel Kids The tween audience of the early aughts had multiple networks catering to them, and Disney Channel’s musical ascent was just beginning.—
Allison McClain Merrill,
Parents,
2 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced major changes to its childhood and adolescent immunization schedule, an age-by-age guide for health care providers on when to vaccinate children to protect them from preventable diseases.—
Liz Regalia,
Parents,
8 Jan. 2026
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The show channels a certain energetic, zany sense of humor viewers could recognize from their own adolescent friendships and antics, culminating in a five-season run and a 2021–2023 revival on Paramount+.—
Will Harris,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Here, a look at the new kids on the block, arriving just in time for the season.—
Laurie Brookins,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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Elk Grove city leaders are now taking steps to ban kids from parking off campus.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Preteen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preteen. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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