as in young
being in the early stage of life, growth, or development
it's still a youthful nation with a lot of promise and potential
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Recent Examples of youthful
Prosecutors are seeking to designate him as a serious youthful offender, which would allow for a longer adult prison sentence if the teen commits serious misconduct while in a youth facility.
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Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Exercise Regularly Studies suggest moderate exercise can promote youthful skin by boosting circulation and supporting the immune system.4
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—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 2 July 2025
The coalition seeking to repel Cuomo has framed the choice facing New Yorkers as one between an older, moderate political establishment and a youthful, progressive vision for the party.
—James Powel, USA Today, 24 June 2025
The Oklahoma City Thunder—once known for their youthful potential and stockpile of draft picks—were now NBA champions.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 23 June 2025
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Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Exercise Regularly Studies suggest moderate exercise can promote youthful skin by boosting circulation and supporting the immune system.4
6.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 2 July 2025
The coalition seeking to repel Cuomo has framed the choice facing New Yorkers as one between an older, moderate political establishment and a youthful, progressive vision for the party.
—James Powel, USA Today, 24 June 2025
The Oklahoma City Thunder—once known for their youthful potential and stockpile of draft picks—were now NBA champions.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 23 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for youthful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for youthful
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The core group of young professionals, both men and women aged 25-35, is joined by the next gen category of those age 18-24, now about a quarter of the business.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Their entry into the US market has charted a similar trajectory to that of vapes, surging among young people especially.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
1 July 2025
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“Youthful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/youthful. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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