as in mothers
a female human parent
be sure to tell your mom and dad that you'll be home late for supper
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Recent Examples of moms
Like many proud moms, her camera lens was often turned towards her smiling husband and child.
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Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
This includes more than 200 moms, dads, Democrats and Republicans.
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Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Many moms and fellow pediatricians were quick to agree in online comments, saying these were simple, common-sense tips that have worked for them.
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Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Barnes and Caroline Key are both moms in the Little League; Key coaches her kids' teams.
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Bo Evans,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Many Amazon reviewers, especially moms, say this set is their favorite for working from home, going to their kids' games, and vacations.
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Kenedee Fowler,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Below, grab summer-perfect tote bags, the best carryall for busy moms, and an ultra-versatile convertible bag.
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Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
The layout is ideal for the two moms; Gonzalez and Sinclaire each have a bedroom on opposite sides of the house, and the third bedroom is the kids’ room, which has a bunk bed for Marcos, 9, and Sophia, 7.
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Kayla Levy,
Curbed,
25 June 2026
Busy moms looking to make healthy food choices for themselves and the rest of their families have been their core customer from the beginning, and the brand regularly polls their audience to find out what’s important to them.
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Jess Cording,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
This includes more than 200 moms, dads, Democrats and Republicans.
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Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Many moms and fellow pediatricians were quick to agree in online comments, saying these were simple, common-sense tips that have worked for them.
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Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Barnes and Caroline Key are both moms in the Little League; Key coaches her kids' teams.
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Bo Evans,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Many Amazon reviewers, especially moms, say this set is their favorite for working from home, going to their kids' games, and vacations.
—
Kenedee Fowler,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Below, grab summer-perfect tote bags, the best carryall for busy moms, and an ultra-versatile convertible bag.
—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
The layout is ideal for the two moms; Gonzalez and Sinclaire each have a bedroom on opposite sides of the house, and the third bedroom is the kids’ room, which has a bunk bed for Marcos, 9, and Sophia, 7.
—
Kayla Levy,
Curbed,
25 June 2026
Busy moms looking to make healthy food choices for themselves and the rest of their families have been their core customer from the beginning, and the brand regularly polls their audience to find out what’s important to them.
—
Jess Cording,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moms
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Parents wept over the loss of their children, while mothers and other female relatives cried and beat their chests in grief.
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Pregnant mothers are afraid of their babies not being able to have a home.
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Just single mommies supporting each other at Duckling Day.
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Some people's mommies and daddies really, really struggle with money, and that is not something to ever make fun of somebody for.
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This one's for all the chocolate-loving mamas out there.
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The funny women are both proud blonde mamas and are even within an inch of each other's height.
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“Moms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moms. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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