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a young child who is just learning to walk
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Recent Examples of toddlers
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.
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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
Unlike most toddlers with similar ambitions, however, Caldwell continued his excavation for over two years, until bedrock finally halted his efforts.
—Namir Khaliq, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
New York City is inviting some municipal workers to apply for free on-site child care for infants and toddlers, Mayor Mamdani announced Monday.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
Taylor began cooking over fire pits in her garden, sometimes with her then-toddlers (safely) helping out.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
The old child-proof locks are pretty easy for toddlers to pick.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
As of last October, more than 20 of those citizens were children, ranging from toddlers to teens.
—Nicole Foy, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
An analysis released by Reuters on March 18, 2026, of vaccination data from Michigan suggests the number of toddlers receiving routine vaccines fell sharply from January 2025 to January 2026, and that Kennedy’s attack on vaccines influenced parents’ decisions to forgo them.
—Katrine L. Wallace, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
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
Unlike most toddlers with similar ambitions, however, Caldwell continued his excavation for over two years, until bedrock finally halted his efforts.
—Namir Khaliq, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
New York City is inviting some municipal workers to apply for free on-site child care for infants and toddlers, Mayor Mamdani announced Monday.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
Taylor began cooking over fire pits in her garden, sometimes with her then-toddlers (safely) helping out.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
The old child-proof locks are pretty easy for toddlers to pick.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
As of last October, more than 20 of those citizens were children, ranging from toddlers to teens.
—Nicole Foy, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
An analysis released by Reuters on March 18, 2026, of vaccination data from Michigan suggests the number of toddlers receiving routine vaccines fell sharply from January 2025 to January 2026, and that Kennedy’s attack on vaccines influenced parents’ decisions to forgo them.
—Katrine L. Wallace, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toddlers
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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
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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
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Their kids have their own favorites.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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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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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
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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
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There are two scenes that show the transformation of main characters into the Tin Man and the Scarecrow, and while the more harrowing stuff is seen in flashes or close-ups, there’s still some unnerving body horror that could give tykes nightmares.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
20 Nov. 2025
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An inspiring 60-second spot from Pampers features an array of wee tykes, all being comforted or protected by the popular Procter & Gamble diaper.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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Miss Ira Jarrell asked motorists to remember that the youngsters will be playing throughout the city and caution should be taken by all drivers.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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The kids' menu is tempting for adults and youngsters alike, and if in doubt, a ride in the golf carts that come with each villa will be more than enough to keep everyone entertained.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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Among these studies, 12 post-approval studies included 3,646 neonates, newborns, infants and children.—
Dr. Jade Cobern,
ABC News,
18 Sep. 2025
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According to the police report, the mother was cornered and groped at her car with her children in the back seat before the man ran away.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The invader is a skillful art restorer, Lori Butler (Michaela Coel), who’s been hired by Julian’s greedy children, Barnaby (James Corden) and Sallie (Jessica Gunning), to work, or pose, as their father’s new assistant.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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While some parents might allow or even encourage screens, games, or books at the table to keep their kiddos quiet and entertained, Lakshmi isn’t down with that.—
Marah Eakin,
Vulture,
16 Mar. 2026
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Children can participate in fishing, particularly on the lake, and daredevil kiddos over eight can try their hand at driving cars at nearby Thruxton Circuit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Toddlers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toddlers. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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