as in teen
someone who is between 13 and 19 years old
Their daughter is a teenager. The show is very popular among teenagers.
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Recent Examples of teenager
Then, to make matters even murkier, The Hollywood Reporter brought attention to a resurfaced 2012 essay in which an adult Borgli detailed a past romantic relationship with a teenager.
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Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 3 Apr. 2026
The book series, which was created by Katherine Applegate and her husband Michael Grant, followed a group of teenagers — Jake, Marco, Cassie, Rachel, and Tobias — who discover that the Earth is being secretly taken over by a parasitic alien race known as Yeerks.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Apr. 2026
All of this is also happening as AI use becomes more prevalent, especially among teenagers.
—Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 3 Apr. 2026
Flagg has been one of the most impressive teenagers the NBA has ever seen.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
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Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 3 Apr. 2026
The book series, which was created by Katherine Applegate and her husband Michael Grant, followed a group of teenagers — Jake, Marco, Cassie, Rachel, and Tobias — who discover that the Earth is being secretly taken over by a parasitic alien race known as Yeerks.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Apr. 2026
All of this is also happening as AI use becomes more prevalent, especially among teenagers.
—Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 3 Apr. 2026
Flagg has been one of the most impressive teenagers the NBA has ever seen.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for teenager
Noun
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Deputy Guzman fired and struck the teen three times in the chest and stomach.—
Zach Boetto,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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At Larkin, Williams was diagnosed not with worsening dementia but with schizophrenia, whose onset usually occurs in the late teens or early 20s.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Watch this video for tips on finding age-appropriate books for kids.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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The former Fortune 100 company marketing executive rescued a white rabbit that a family with kids no longer wanted.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Seasonal children's programming is available for ages three to 17, and adults can enjoy the cold plunges, sauna, and hot tub at the Lazy You Hideaway while the kids are occupied.—
Julie Bielenberg,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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The Swalwells reported up to $38,000 a year in childcare expenses for their three children.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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The cultural program will feature musical performances by youth and adults of the San Diego Armenian community, and a Q&A with Akçam after his remarks.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Or perhaps this is the time to turn to the college ranks, which at the moment are starting to more closely resemble the pro ranks, and pluck someone who could add youth and vitality, while no longer having to worry about the recruiting trail.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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On Wednesday, a jury in California determined that Meta and YouTube were responsible for loading their social media platforms with addictive features that harmed the mental health of a minor.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2026
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The Michigan State Police said Robert Wilson, 44, of Gaylord, was arrested on March 25 and lodged at the Otsego County Jail on one charge each of accosting a minor for immoral purposes and using a computer to commit a crime.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Several days later, his pregnant wife, Ruth, throws their toddler into the car and drops off the ransom, and Carl is returned home, more or less whole but emotionally damaged beyond repair.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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Kellen Matwick’s great-grandfather naturalized when his daughter was a toddler.—
Julia Buckley,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Teenager.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teenager. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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