nestlings

Definition of nestlingsnext
plural of nestling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nestlings
Noun
  • One out of the five people who lost coverage is a child, including 787 infants, 4,000 toddlers and over 15,000 school-age children.
    Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Bangladesh has modified its vaccine schedule after health officials found a significant share of measles cases were occurring in infants younger than 9 months, who are not yet eligible for routine vaccination, according to local reports.
    Ashley J. DiMella, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • In 2020, the nest was raided by an unpaired male, and only three of seven chicks survived.
    Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
  • The ostensible point of looks-maxxing is to bag hot chicks, but quite clearly the real fun comes from inspiring awe in men.
    Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Among these studies, 12 post-approval studies included 3,646 neonates, newborns, infants and children.
    Dr. Jade Cobern, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The pair announced the birth of their son on Instagram, sharing a photo of the newborn swaddled in a blanket with their hands placed gently on top of him.
    Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Parents-in-law and other family members give gifts to newlyweds, and family friends and relatives give gifts to newborns.
    Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Investigators determined the incident was isolated between the two juveniles, who knew each other and attended the same school.
    Briauna Brown, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
  • The arrests included 66 adults and eight juveniles, the Los Angeles Police Department said.
    City News Service, Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • For its 310 students and more than 80 children from infants to toddlers, Greenland represents a second chance at school that is free from stigma and, experts say, a model for how young mothers can be reintegrated into education.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
  • While toddlers are famous for falling asleep in odd places, this particular location surprised even a seasoned mom.
    Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • These buds are powerful enough to block out the roar of a plane engine with active noise cancellation that actually adjusts itself based on the seal in your ear.
    Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Late-season pruning and deadheading can expose the plants to winter damage and remove the buds needed for next year’s blooms.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Their kids have their own favorites.
    Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
  • So here's a guide to picking out the best, age-appropriate books kids will actually read.
    Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
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“Nestlings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestlings. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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