children
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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But the woman said she has learned hard lessons and will not allow her two other younger children to have a smartphone until they are older.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
For example, the primary beneficiary of an IRA might be the spouse, but the form would also name children as secondary beneficiaries and perhaps grandchildren after that.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Born May 4, 1937, in Houston, the eldest of four children, Edwards grew up surrounded by racial segregation.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Some people may have gaps in their national insurance record if, for example, they have lived abroad or taken time off to care for children.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
The human children had come here tonight looking for a fabled beast.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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