as in fruitfulness
motherly character or qualities
she had such maternity at such a young age that all her classmates went to her for comfort
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Recent Examples of maternity
An independent review of maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) was conducted over the past three years, investigating issues raised by over 2,500 families and more than 800 current or former NUH staff members who came forward.
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Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
In the private ward in the maternity wing, everything is quiet, all the surfaces immaculate and clean as if nothing at all has happened, your mother still hazy with the blur of oxytocin and carbetocin, staring out the open window.
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Literary Hub,
25 June 2026
How much significance can an off-the-rack coral maternity dress hold?
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Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
Mothers who have previously delivered children at the Holy Family maternity ward say its closure will be a blow to the community.
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Kristina Rex,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
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Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
In the private ward in the maternity wing, everything is quiet, all the surfaces immaculate and clean as if nothing at all has happened, your mother still hazy with the blur of oxytocin and carbetocin, staring out the open window.
—
Literary Hub,
25 June 2026
How much significance can an off-the-rack coral maternity dress hold?
—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
Mothers who have previously delivered children at the Holy Family maternity ward say its closure will be a blow to the community.
—
Kristina Rex,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for maternity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maternity
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When replanting a shrub or turfgrass, add compost or aged manure to the area to improve the soil’s fertility, structure, and drainage.
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It’s reported that guests will see a variety of animals, a farm fertility center, a biodiverse orchard and wildlife ponds, with a focus on education.
Noun
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Consider rearranging a corner of your home, because practical changes can lift your mood and productivity.
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Organizations considering a pilot should establish measurable outcomes upfront and track productivity, engagement, turnover, customer satisfaction, operational performance, and financial impact over time.
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“Maternity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maternity. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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