sucklings

Definition of sucklingsnext
plural of suckling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sucklings
Noun
  • Hundreds of families have been held at Dilley, including children ranging from infants to teenagers.
    Holly Yan, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
  • The highest risk groups for hypothermia are the elderly and infants, people with chronic health conditions and people without housing.
    Phil Helsel, NBC news, 23 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Among these studies, 12 post-approval studies included 3,646 neonates, newborns, infants and children.
    Dr. Jade Cobern, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • However, in recent years, health care professionals say more parents are refusing vitamin K shots for their newborns.
    Dr. Jade Cobern, ABC News, 23 Jan. 2026
  • These drops are suitable for newborns and older babies.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The researchers presented toddlers with elaborate puzzle contraptions that contained prizes.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
  • The alarm functions are appropriate for kids ages 3 and up; the night light and sleep sounds help newborns, infants and toddlers fall asleep and stay asleep.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 26 Jan. 2026
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“Sucklings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sucklings. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.

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