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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 -
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
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That interest has fueled attention around cognitive training and digital brain exercises for children and teenagers.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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At a quiet soccer field Friday evening in south Sacramento, the family and friends of the two girls killed in the deadly Sunday morning crash near Rancho Murieta gathered to mourn the teenagers.—
Reeti Malhotra
May 23,
Sacbee.com,
23 May 2026
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Jackson, who died in 2009, repeatedly denied Chandler’s accusations, as well as those levied by other boys.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
20 May 2026
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But among the roughly 200 boys and girls currently enrolled in his Olympique École de Football in Sarthe, north of Port-au-Prince’s international airport in the sprawling Cité Soleil slum, one child will never have that chance.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
Noun
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But some young people have also voiced their disapproval, arguing the Cockroach Janta Party is a meme embraced by more privileged youngsters, offering up little in the way of real political solutions.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
22 May 2026
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Jorrel Hato and fellow 20-year-old Josh Acheampong are talented-but-raw youngsters.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
Noun
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Loon Nippers Your nippers will quickly become your best fishing buddy.—
Francesca Krempa,
Outside,
23 Dec. 2025
Noun
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De-stress, increase energy or calm your kiddos with the best Olly has for mood.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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This is a nice outing for couples seeking a break from the kiddos, or groups looking for a sit-down dining experience while in town.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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Seven other people, five of whom are juveniles, were each charged with a misdemeanor count of reckless conduct.—
Shardaa Gray,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
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Following a spate of e-bike and e-motorcycle incidents involving young riders, the county district attorney’s office launched a new unit earlier this month to review potential criminal charges against juveniles and adults.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
26 May 2026
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Holly Robinson Peete reads her book My Brother Charlie to youths from Dodgers Dreamteam, Miracle League Los Angeles, on May 9 in Los Angeles.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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As of November, veterans and current or former foster youths aged 18-24 were no longer exempt.—
Kaitlyn McCormick,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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“Mama's boys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mama%27s%20boys. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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