as in kid
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
playtime's over, it's time to gather up the whelps and head home
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Recent Examples of whelp
Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 29 July 2024
When a captive mother whelps, or gives birth on her own, managers match her pups with a wild den using GPS coordinates from radio collars placed on packs’ breeding alpha male and female.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 3 May 2024
Given its importance as one of two Northwest Atlantic harp seal whelping grounds, the area is one of Nat Geo’s Best Trips for 2020.
—Jennifer Hayes, National Geographic, 19 Dec. 2019
And from Susan’s line, the queen’s breeding program at the Kennels of Windsor whelped hundreds of corgi puppies.
—William Booth, Washington Post, 18 Apr. 2018
From the queen's breeding program at the Kennels of Windsor, hundreds of royal corgis have been whelped.
—William Booth, chicagotribune.com, 18 Apr. 2018
Verb
The alpha male was a foster, and his mate whelped — or gave birth — during the same week, making the pack an ideal candidate to receive pups.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 29 July 2024
When a captive mother whelps, or gives birth on her own, managers match her pups with a wild den using GPS coordinates from radio collars placed on packs’ breeding alpha male and female.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 3 May 2024
Given its importance as one of two Northwest Atlantic harp seal whelping grounds, the area is one of Nat Geo’s Best Trips for 2020.
—Jennifer Hayes, National Geographic, 19 Dec. 2019
And from Susan’s line, the queen’s breeding program at the Kennels of Windsor whelped hundreds of corgi puppies.
—William Booth, Washington Post, 18 Apr. 2018
From the queen's breeding program at the Kennels of Windsor, hundreds of royal corgis have been whelped.
—William Booth, chicagotribune.com, 18 Apr. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whelp
Noun
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And good luck not being moved by the sight of del Toro watching those kids play baseball at night.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2025
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Stalwarts like Magic and Pokemon have seen recent surges in popularity and profitability, thanks to not just new fans but ones who played these games as kids returning to the fold with more disposable income.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Some have children at home and the income from low-wage jobs doesn’t cover the cost of childcare.—
Peter Ubel,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Although long-term use may be safe for many, concerns exist about its potential effects on puberty in children and adolescents.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Into Mischief has sired the last three San Felipe winners trained by Bob Baffert (2024, 2021, 2020) with 2020 winner Authentic going on to also win the September running of the Kentucky Derby following COVID.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Further, males who sired at least one calf were at least three times more likely to sire more offspring than would be expected if mating were random.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
10 Jan. 2025
Noun
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First, cubs emerged earlier than the scientists expected, based on previous records.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
28 Feb. 2025
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Three cubs born of one female is exciting news for the park, which was listed as a World Heritage Site in 2021.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Since January, Drakes Beach Road has been temporarily closed for the elephant seal pupping season until further notice.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Two harbor seal pups born at Children’s Pool Two harbor seal pups were born recently at La Jolla’s Children’s Pool, possibly the first of this year’s pupping season.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Elon Musk has fathered his 14th child, according to People and Reuters, drawing more backlash from people online.—
Charles Trepany,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
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In a rare public statement shared on her Instagram Story on Sunday, March 2, the 45-year-old reality star addressed claims that her 15-year-old son Mason Disick had recently fathered a child.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Local authorities were able to coax the bobcat kitten out of the tree and bring it some comfort.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
25 July 2023
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We're just kitten around.—
Lizz Schumer,
Good Housekeeping,
10 Mar. 2023
Verb
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The more traditional sushi experience begat more personal L.A. restaurants that at first glance have the appearance of sushi bars but go beyond their traditional structure.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
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This history best explains why the public today expects an inquiry commission, and why Netanyahu resists appointing one: Disasters beget commissions, and commissions can beget upheaval.—
Gershom Gorenberg,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
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