as in kids
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
a herd of youngsters following their nature guide like ducklings after a mother duck
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Recent Examples of youngsters
But there’s plenty of play on land, too, including a classic arcade, casual dining with family favorites and even a special Camp-tiva program for youngsters.
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South Seas, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Jonas Brodin, Nico Sturm and Yakov Trenin don’t have trade protection, nor do the team’s youngsters.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 15 May 2026
There are youngsters gaining experience and pitching depth galore.
—Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
More youngsters are getting into the game, as well.
—Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
Neighbors noted there were multiple gunshots fired and that several youngsters immediately fled from the party and left in vehicles.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Another California baby gets measles Another California baby has contracted measles — this time, in Orange County — raising questions about what parents should do to protect their youngsters as the notoriously contagious disease continues to spread nationwide.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
It's aimed at youngsters 8 and older who can already balance and pedal a bicycle.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 6 May 2026
The story of the Inoue brothers, who took up boxing as youngsters and grew up in loving families that encouraged their pursuit, is well known among boxing fans here.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
South Seas, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Jonas Brodin, Nico Sturm and Yakov Trenin don’t have trade protection, nor do the team’s youngsters.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 15 May 2026
There are youngsters gaining experience and pitching depth galore.
—Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
More youngsters are getting into the game, as well.
—Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
Neighbors noted there were multiple gunshots fired and that several youngsters immediately fled from the party and left in vehicles.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Another California baby gets measles Another California baby has contracted measles — this time, in Orange County — raising questions about what parents should do to protect their youngsters as the notoriously contagious disease continues to spread nationwide.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
It's aimed at youngsters 8 and older who can already balance and pedal a bicycle.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 6 May 2026
The story of the Inoue brothers, who took up boxing as youngsters and grew up in loving families that encouraged their pursuit, is well known among boxing fans here.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for youngsters
Noun
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The bill would specifically forbid practices that Black Bear, the Stars and other companies have used to monopolize and vertically integrate the youth sports experience in hockey and beyond, driving up costs for families and pricing out many kids.—
Kenny Jacoby,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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DJs and live music carry through the day, with a classic car show, a Hair and Fashion Show, and kids’ areas with games, inflatables, and pony rides scattered throughout.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The comments came two weeks after the House rejected DeSantis’ push to pass bills to expand vaccine exemptions for children entering public schools and to install consumer-friendly regulations on artificial intelligence products and companies.—
Gray Rohrer,
Sun Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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The many Luderer family members (Brian has four children and Matt has six daughters) have united to keep the faith.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Youngsters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/youngsters. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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