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Recent Examples of tween
Another truth that parents realize when their kids hit the ‘tween years is that conversation flows better when there is a distraction, especially one that allows talking without constant eye contact.
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The company then launched the Franki by Francesca’s line, a brand designed specifically for tween girls, that operated both within Francesca’s stores and as standalone boutiques, in hopes of appealing to younger consumers.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 17 Jan. 2026
But more importantly, West is figuring out her style as any tween would and should—and in front of the entire world, no less.
—Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 14 Jan. 2026
Claire's, the mall chain known for its teen and tween accessories, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August and has moved to shutter hundreds of stores.
—Aaron Gregg, Arkansas Online, 29 Dec. 2025
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The company then launched the Franki by Francesca’s line, a brand designed specifically for tween girls, that operated both within Francesca’s stores and as standalone boutiques, in hopes of appealing to younger consumers.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 17 Jan. 2026
But more importantly, West is figuring out her style as any tween would and should—and in front of the entire world, no less.
—Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 14 Jan. 2026
Claire's, the mall chain known for its teen and tween accessories, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August and has moved to shutter hundreds of stores.
—Aaron Gregg, Arkansas Online, 29 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tween
Noun
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That kind of confidence from a teenager could easily have aged poorly.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2026
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In the book, Cathy is a teenager at the time of her death.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The goal is to engage kids in learning about history and civic engagement while putting them on a path to potentially work in the music industry, said the department’s Chief Academic Officer Irene Parisi.—
Theo Peck-Suzuki,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
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Early life as a theater kid Van Der Beek, who was raised in Cheshire, Connecticut, started acting at 13 after suffering a concussion playing football that prevented him from playing for a year on doctor’s orders.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Choose the one that works best for your adolescent.—
Dr. Theresa T. Nguyen,
Boston Herald,
26 Oct. 2025
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Driscoll’s workbook on mental health care for children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes also walks through various strategies, including communication and problem-solving skills.—
Lauren J. Young,
Scientific American,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Ward said that love of adrenaline was passed down to her, especially as a youngster.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Christie was asked if the team’s front office influenced his decision to play the youngsters down the stretch.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Dashboard camera video showed Newton, who had been behind the truck, pulled up to the passenger side of the white van, occupied by Nelson, Fairchild, Thorns and two juveniles, and immediately opened fire.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2026
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Police said the juvenile on foot apologized for the vehicle being parked in the driveway before entering it and fleeing, followed by the second vehicle.—
Garrett Behanna,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Flesh wounds, fetid moppets, breastmilk-leaking nipples, and sudden gushes of blood make for a Monty Python-style of ribald humor that will alienate and enchant in equal measure.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
25 Jan. 2026
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With Pixar-wide eyes and a mop of intricately tousled, treacle-brown hair, the young David (voiced by Brandon Engman) presents here as a plucky, intrepid moppet in the typical cartoon-hero mold.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
23 Dec. 2025
Noun
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For some people, a fish is a great family pet that brings all the joy and happiness your kiddo needs.—
Angela Hatem,
Parents,
10 Feb. 2026
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Otherwise, this is a pretty much a turnkey cargo e-bike that buyers can equip for a wide variety of duties, from delivery chores to hauling kiddos to school and back.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The tropical sea, which is the size of three Olympic pools and sits under a clear roof to let in the sunshine, boasts water playgrounds and a kiddie area.—
Gwen McClure,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Jan. 2026
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And what does the actual A.J. think of being the star of her dad’s kiddie enterprise?—
Craig Lindsey,
Houston Chronicle,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Tween.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tween. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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