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
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In passenger cars, car seats reduce the risk of fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and by 54 percent for toddlers.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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An infant being awake at this time is something most parents would probably dread seeing.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Tennessee, for example, requires hospitals to provide parents of newborns with information about pertussis, or whooping cough, and about the availability of a vaccine for pertussis, using information that’s in line with ACIP recommendations.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
30 June 2025
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Leavitt became a polarizing figure after posting a video of herself dancing in front of her newborn who had been hospitalized with RSV.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
30 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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For the July 12 event, a bounce house will be open for Hartford kids, as well as face painting, sports and outdoor activities hosted by the Hartford Department of Sports and Recreation.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
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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Dear Eric: My kiddo is hardworking, makes friends everywhere and is working on her third advanced degree.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
2 July 2025
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In fact, experts say that a kiddo playing alone is beneficial for their development.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
2 July 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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Leaving could also result in a divorce or a custody battle over children that could take many years to untangle.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
1 July 2025
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Sparklers are the leading cause of firework injuries, and a significant portion of these occur in children.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
1 July 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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To understand where these births might be happening, researchers examined whether neonate sightings were associated with specific environmental conditions.—
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 13 Jul. 2025.
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