youngster
noun
young·ster
ˈyəŋ(k)-stər 
Examples of youngster in a Sentence
As a youngster, he was very shy.
bright-eyed youngsters interested in learning
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As a youngster, McCormack was one of those kids on that very hill, cheering on one of his childhood idols.
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At the end of the morning, the first lady and Princess of Wales handed over the badges to the youngsters.
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Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
During the season, which extends into June, WHGF also provides opportunities for young gymnasts to further develop their skills through competitive teams — once a youngster is skilled enough for team competition.
—Scott Talley, Freep.com, 21 Sep. 2025
As a youngster, McCormack was one of those kids on that very hill, cheering on one of his childhood idols.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
At the end of the morning, the first lady and Princess of Wales handed over the badges to the youngsters.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for youngster
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youngster
noun
young·ster
ˈyəŋ(k)-stər
1
: a young person : youth
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