Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preteens
Noun
-
In a world of jaded billionaires, psychiatrist-gurus, bio-hacked tech bros, AI labs and disillusioned teens being optimized in elite private schools, an audacious data-mining CEO (Magnussen) strives to turn insight and influence into profit and power.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2026 -
Indeed, this feels to me very much like a play a writer would write after being stuck for months in a house with teens, aching to live their lives and sometimes seeing their loving parents as captors, even as moms and dads just tried to hold their lives together.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Two Salisbury teenagers, a 17-year-old girl and a 16-year-old boy, face multiple charges that include first-degree felony murder, second-degree murder and robbery following the fatal encounter.—
John Romero,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Feb. 2026
-
In 2006, more than 1,000 teenagers in Aurora walked out of their classrooms, protesting legislation aimed at tightening the United States’ borders and punishing undocumented immigrants and those who help them.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
These hydrocolloid gel bandages seal the blister and provide cushioning against further friction, which will get your kids back in the mood to meet Minnie Mouse super fast.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
6 Mar. 2026
-
For homes with pets and kids, this machine-washable throw is a smart pick; simply lay the blanket flat to dry and shake it out to restore its fluffiness.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The patterns change with age, one reason that early-to-rise youngsters evolve into hard-to-wake teens.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
-
The additions include a swing set and two jungle gyms, one for children ages two to five and another for youngsters ages five to 12.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
One adult and two juveniles were ultimately taken into custody in connection with the incident, but, due to the complexity of the case and ongoing forensic review, were later released pending further investigative action, the police department said.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
-
In Palm Beach, Florida, a case against the county sheriff helped end the practice of putting juveniles in solitary confinement.—
James Verini,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
However, ethereum has faced a lot of competition, particularly from the cool kiddies in Solana-town.—
Clem Chambers,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
For the past two years, biologists with the Pennsylvania Game Commission have banded chicks born in the nest.—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026
-
Cadbury mini eggs and chocolate chicks make a fun topping for the kids.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Connected to the local FosterAdopt Connect program, the cafe employs people who are or who have been youths in foster care.—
Sofi Zeman
March 5,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
-
The event is designed to teach youths how the voting process works, and its impact on everyday life.—
Bea Hines,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Preteens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preteens. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
