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a young child who is just learning to walk
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Recent Examples of toddlers
The researchers presented toddlers with elaborate puzzle contraptions that contained prizes.
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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
According to a new study, pups are not only listening, but are capable of learning language in a similar fashion to toddlers.
—Liz Regalia, Parents, 25 Jan. 2026
Her gentle delivery and inclusive messaging quickly drew a massive following, particularly among families with toddlers and children with speech delays.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 22 Jan. 2026
However, the hotel heiress—who shares son Phoenix, 3, and daughter London, 2, with Carter Reum—made an adorable exception on Tuesday night, looking straight out of a fairy tale in a dreamy chiffon gown while posing for rare red carpet photos with her toddlers.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
It'll be be available in sizes from newborn through 5T, meaning even older toddlers will be able to spot the strawberries, avocados and bananas printed across their pajamas and everyday essentials.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
The Department of Justice said some of the images depicted the abuse of infants and toddlers.
—Drake Bentley, jsonline.com, 20 Jan. 2026
According to a 2020 Economic Policy Institute analysis, parents spend about $42 billion a year on care for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, while state and federal governments covered about $34 billion.
—Julie Z. Weil, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
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
According to a new study, pups are not only listening, but are capable of learning language in a similar fashion to toddlers.
—Liz Regalia, Parents, 25 Jan. 2026
Her gentle delivery and inclusive messaging quickly drew a massive following, particularly among families with toddlers and children with speech delays.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 22 Jan. 2026
However, the hotel heiress—who shares son Phoenix, 3, and daughter London, 2, with Carter Reum—made an adorable exception on Tuesday night, looking straight out of a fairy tale in a dreamy chiffon gown while posing for rare red carpet photos with her toddlers.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
It'll be be available in sizes from newborn through 5T, meaning even older toddlers will be able to spot the strawberries, avocados and bananas printed across their pajamas and everyday essentials.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
The Department of Justice said some of the images depicted the abuse of infants and toddlers.
—Drake Bentley, jsonline.com, 20 Jan. 2026
According to a 2020 Economic Policy Institute analysis, parents spend about $42 billion a year on care for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, while state and federal governments covered about $34 billion.
—Julie Z. Weil, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toddlers
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Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in infants, young children, older people, pregnant persons, and those with weakened immune systems.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
30 Jan. 2026
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Mortality risks are greater for infants and young children than for older children and adolescents.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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In it, the iconic Backyard kids must help team superstar Stephanie ‘Bubbles’ Morgan find her lucky bubble gum with just 30 minutes to game time.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2026
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During the hearing, lawmakers asked questions about when kids should start learning about AI and what kind of rights parents would have.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
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After the newborn was out, Bellisario said she was relieved to hear her daughter cry.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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The reason experts recommend that newborns get the vitamin K shot is because they are born with very little of it in their bodies.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2026
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There are two scenes that show the transformation of main characters into the Tin Man and the Scarecrow, and while the more harrowing stuff is seen in flashes or close-ups, there’s still some unnerving body horror that could give tykes nightmares.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
20 Nov. 2025
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An inspiring 60-second spot from Pampers features an array of wee tykes, all being comforted or protected by the popular Procter & Gamble diaper.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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Some may have memories of the infamous blizzard of 1978, while more recent storms like the January 2016 blizzard stand out for youngsters.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
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For now, the youngsters project as fourth outfielders barring an injury to one of the veterans.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Among these studies, 12 post-approval studies included 3,646 neonates, newborns, infants and children.—
Dr. Jade Cobern,
ABC News,
18 Sep. 2025
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The warehouse contained specialized food intended for young children and pregnant and breastfeeding women who were malnourished.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Jan. 2026
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When shown how to open the puzzles, children copied all the steps, even unnecessary ones.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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My kiddos had to learn how to build up their resilience, physically and mentally, and running taught them about commitment and accountability, all skills that can easily be transferred to school and life.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
26 Jan. 2026
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In April 2018, Igelsias introduced his kiddos to the game of soccer, sharing a photo of the trio watching together.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
19 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Toddlers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toddlers. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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