as in infant
a young child who is just learning to walk
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Recent Examples of toddler
Shortly thereafter, dispatchers were notified that the toddler was dropped off by one of the suspects at Fire Station 10, at 950 Boston Ave., according to police.
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Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 23 Jan. 2025
Young parents guide their toddlers over twisted tree roots.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 23 Jan. 2025
Like any dexterous toddler, Lindsay would have moved her hands around while riding her mother’s back — but Beryl is missing an eye.
—Brandon Keim, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
The State argued that Ben was a perfectly healthy toddler leading up to his death.
—Erin Moriarty, CBS News, 18 Jan. 2025
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Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 23 Jan. 2025
Young parents guide their toddlers over twisted tree roots.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 23 Jan. 2025
Like any dexterous toddler, Lindsay would have moved her hands around while riding her mother’s back — but Beryl is missing an eye.
—Brandon Keim, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
The State argued that Ben was a perfectly healthy toddler leading up to his death.
—Erin Moriarty, CBS News, 18 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for toddler
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At the time, Colorado had recorded 25 cases, including seven infants who were stillborn or died within months of birth from complications of the infection, and Herlihy said that the state could have more than 100 cases if nothing changed.—
Meg Wingerter,
The Denver Post,
28 Jan. 2025
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Randy Jones, former San Diego Padre and National League Cy Young Award Winner, will once again join forces with Home of Guiding Hands to support over 4,700 infants, adolescents, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities during this run/walk event.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
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Beatrice shared a sweet photo of her newborn wrapped in a blanket with her hand over her face, in a nod to her respect for her child's privacy.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, shortages of antibacterial materials can increase the risk of sepsis, pneumonia, and meningitis among newborns, Maram Al Shurafa, an aid worker for the NGO, Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) in Gaza, told CNN.—
Ibrahim Dahman,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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On a regular day to get the kids out and on their way, my alarm is set to 6:55.—
Eileen Finan,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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But then, footage from her own surveillance cameras shows the kids deliberately taunting her, shaking their butts in her direction.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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Shaun's attempts to find the tyke at the fair inspire lots of Aardman's typically hilarious sight gags, all performed without dialogue.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
20 Dec. 2024
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And with nearly 7,500 square feet of living space, tiny tykes are afforded lots of breathing room to enjoy.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
12 Oct. 2024
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Pullen Park’s another great spot for family fun, where playgrounds, a carousel and train, and pedal boats will keep the kiddos entertained for hours.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
14 Jan. 2025
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Hoopla Toys Snowball Thrower Set $15 at Amazon Challenge your kiddo to a snowball fight this winter with a set of snowball throwers.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
7 Jan. 2025
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The youngster had been the latest absentee in Arsenal’s defence, with Saliba, White and Takehiro Tomiyasu sidelined.—
Art de Roché,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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The youngster suffered minor injuries to his head, back and arm, but refused medical attention, his mother said.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2025
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In 2021, Medicaid covered 1 in 4 children, and 8 in 10 children in poverty.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
28 Jan. 2025
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Kennedy’s views on vaccines have raised alarm among public health experts, including his promotion of the false claim that vaccines cause autism in children. 4.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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Despite the underlying cause, the management of a sick neonate follows a consistent approach.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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This means there is a two-month window after birth where neonates are at their most vulnerable.—
Paul Sisson,
The Mercury News,
18 Nov. 2024
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“Toddler.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toddler. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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