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parenthood

noun

ˈper-ənt-ˌhu̇d

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the caring for a child by its parents parenthood is a difficult task requiring great commitment

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Recent Examples of parenthood My sources have shared the blissful moments of parenthood with me. —

Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026 Like some of her fellow costars, Amber Portwood also had difficulty navigating teen parenthood. —

Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026 Each episode will gather five celebrities who have all experienced a life-changing event such as anxiety, divorce, parenthood or grief, to discuss it in front of a studio audience. —

K.j. Yossman, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026 Australian media has followed their latest trip closely – covering Meghan’s comments on bullying and Harry’s thoughts on parenthood. —

Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for parenthood

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parenting

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Rather than romanticizing the awards-season whirlwind, Coon described the logistical reality behind it that includes 18-hour days, early-morning events, parenting responsibilities and the invisible labor required to sustain a performing career.

— Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 May 2026
Palme d’Or winner Koreeda is a regular in Cannes, largely returning to present films that deal with issues of life, death and parenting, both good and bad.

— Damon Wise, Deadline, 16 May 2026