as in teen
someone who is between 13 and 19 years old
Their daughter is a teenager. The show is very popular among teenagers.
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Recent Examples of teenager
The lawsuit alleges TikTok’s algorithm exposed the seven teenagers to videos promoting suicide, self-harm and eating disorders, lawyer Laure Boutron-Marmion told broadcaster franceinfo.
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Reuters, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
Brandon Hayato Go started working at his father’s sushi restaurant in Seal Beach as a teenager.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
Some got married as teenagers after unplanned pregnancies; several are divorced.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2024
Even as a teenager, Jones observed that despite living in a state with a large Indigenous population, Michigan lacked diversity among those invited to compete for its scholarships.
—Lorena Chambers / Made By History, TIME, 26 Oct. 2024
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Reuters, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
Brandon Hayato Go started working at his father’s sushi restaurant in Seal Beach as a teenager.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
Some got married as teenagers after unplanned pregnancies; several are divorced.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2024
Even as a teenager, Jones observed that despite living in a state with a large Indigenous population, Michigan lacked diversity among those invited to compete for its scholarships.
—Lorena Chambers / Made By History, TIME, 26 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for teenager
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Rosenthal also engaged in lewd chats with a Vacaville teen, and expressed an interest in young girls throughout his texts.Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The teen had no farm exposure but had been exposed to dogs, cats and reptiles, Henry said.Reuters, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Roblox is adding some new restrictions to its game platform for minors under 13. Roblox will not let kids under the age of 13 play, search for, or discover unrated experiences as of Dec. 3.Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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The kids were asked to bring items that had to do with Ireland.Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Many families — 41 students total — living in Castro’s boundary send their children to other schools in the district.Jessica Seaman, The Denver Post, 9 Nov. 2024
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Loading your audio article SAN JOSE — Dozens of parents and their children gathered Thursday evening to protest potential closures in Berryessa Union School District and ask officials to consider alternative solutions for budget constraints.Caelyn Pender, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Related Articles For decades, the tobacco industry has targeted people of color, limited-income communities, LGBTQ+ people and youth, causing a disproportionate use of tobacco among these populations.David Stempel, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
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Tagging a black bear is an accomplishment for any Pennsylvanian, let alone a youth hunter like Jojo: Fewer than 3 percent of Pennsylvania black bear hunters are successful each fall, according to the Pennsylvania Game Commission.Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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Roblox is adding some new restrictions to its game platform for minors under 13. Roblox will not let kids under the age of 13 play, search for, or discover unrated experiences as of Dec. 3.Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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The vessel carried three adults and three minors who had been out crabbing, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office.Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Brittany could be seen asking the toddler in the clip.Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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In the picture, Katharine had a blue jacket draped around her shoulder, while the toddler wore a striped shirt with some pants.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Teenager.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teenager. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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