as in infant
a young child who is just learning to walk
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Recent Examples of toddler
It is recommended by the CDC for all infants younger than 8 months who are entering their first RSV season and for toddlers ages 8 months to 19 months who are at higher risk of severe illness.
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Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 25 June 2025
Police got a call for a welfare check on June 22 from a woman who said Coffman may have killed a man and kidnapped a toddler from a Knoxville home, according to an affidavit of complaint.
—Olivia Lloyd, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2025
The man and the toddler were not related, and no one will be charged, a spokesperson for the sheriff’s office told McClatchy News.
—Natalie Demaree, Miami Herald, 24 June 2025
Another photo included the relaxed toddler lounging on a cozy chair in his Timberlands and faded brown shorts.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 17 June 2025
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Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 25 June 2025
Police got a call for a welfare check on June 22 from a woman who said Coffman may have killed a man and kidnapped a toddler from a Knoxville home, according to an affidavit of complaint.
—Olivia Lloyd, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2025
The man and the toddler were not related, and no one will be charged, a spokesperson for the sheriff’s office told McClatchy News.
—Natalie Demaree, Miami Herald, 24 June 2025
Another photo included the relaxed toddler lounging on a cozy chair in his Timberlands and faded brown shorts.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for toddler
Noun
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Play areas, sensory rooms, nursing and infant care accommodations were all added.—
Asli Pelit,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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The show is part of the library’s Little Listeners outdoor concert series designed for infants through 6-year-olds.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2025
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During delivery, the newborn’s head became stuck in the vaginal canal in a complicated medical event known as shoulder dystocia, according to Taylor and Ross’ lawsuit against St. Julian and Southern Regional Medical Center.—
Julia Marnin,
Miami Herald,
20 June 2025
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But their most dangerous run-in occurs when Isla helps a pregnant infected give birth to a—surprise—non-infected baby girl and the newborn's father, an Alpha referred to as Samson (Chi Lewis-Parry), shows up to claim her.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
20 June 2025
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The hilarious comedian brings the heat (and the guilt trips) in her Hulu debut special, taking aim at husbands, kids, in-laws, and anyone who dares question an Indian mom’s wisdom.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
30 June 2025
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Supreme had skaters, kids who didn’t fit in anywhere else.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Ashley Johnson, who played the adorable tyke Chrissy Seaver on two seasons of Growing Pains, stopped by the Pod Meets World recording studio to chat with Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong, and Will Friedle.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
4 June 2025
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The adventure-seeking tyke immediately turned and took a step toward the outfield before his pops quickly gathered him for some photos.—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2025
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Double duty For maximalists, those with twins, more than one kiddo sharing a room, or simply those vying for ample drawer storage, 6-drawer dressers are a great option to investigate.—
Briana Feigon,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2025
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These lists can serve as inspiration for expecting 2025 parents, but some use this roundup as a guide for what not to name their future offspring, as to avoid having 10 different Isabella’s in their kiddo’s Kindergarten class.—
Sophie Liza Cannon,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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The older elephants surround it, allowing the youngster to relax and play in the water while being protected from crocodiles lurking nearby.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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Yet, the youngster is still in search of his first PGA Tour victory.—
Kendall Capps,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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He was hired to perform an autopsy on the child, who died while Ross was in delivery.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
21 June 2025
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Being a child, over 65 or pregnant puts you at greater risk, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.—
Joel Shannon,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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The warmer climate may also be beneficial for baby whales—called neonates—with poor temperature regulation.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
20 May 2025
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Whale shark neonates, like other shark species, do not receive any parental care after birth.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Toddler.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toddler. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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