as in youth
the state or time of being a child
enjoy your childhood—it won't last forever
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Recent Examples of childhood
The story moves between the present, where Agathe and Vera go through the detritus of their childhood lives, and the past, as Agathe conjures memories from her childhood, bringing incidents to mind for inspection and some measure of self-recrimination.
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John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby picked up a pair of assists to move past Hall of Famer and childhood idol Steve Yzerman and into seventh place on the NHL's career scoring list (1,756).
—ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
Share a story from your childhood or help a child with a project, allowing youthful happiness to exist freely.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Fee increases were approved by the board Thursday for instructional materials, which fund textbooks and workbooks; peer program fees in early childhood education, which fund SPED instructors for students; transportation service fees; and meal prices.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
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John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby picked up a pair of assists to move past Hall of Famer and childhood idol Steve Yzerman and into seventh place on the NHL's career scoring list (1,756).
—ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
Share a story from your childhood or help a child with a project, allowing youthful happiness to exist freely.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Fee increases were approved by the board Thursday for instructional materials, which fund textbooks and workbooks; peer program fees in early childhood education, which fund SPED instructors for students; transportation service fees; and meal prices.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for childhood
Noun
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The cultural program will feature musical performances by youth and adults of the San Diego Armenian community, and a Q&A with Akçam after his remarks.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Or perhaps this is the time to turn to the college ranks, which at the moment are starting to more closely resemble the pro ranks, and pluck someone who could add youth and vitality, while no longer having to worry about the recruiting trail.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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In a flash forward to their adolescence, Yuru is a hunter leading a humble life in a small village, while Asa is being held behind a cage in town for unclear reasons.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
3 Apr. 2026
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This section features collages, handwritten notes, and paintings that explore themes of adolescence, vulnerability, and alienation through childlike figures.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Childhood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/childhood. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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