- plural of child.
children
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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Many of the Palestinians killed in Gaza are children.
From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026
Young adults may calculate their Coast FI number before they get married, have children or buy a house.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
The closures sparked criticism from Conservative MP Laura Trott who said schools "should stay open for children to learn".
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
He called for “broader industry support for legislation protecting children online.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2026
The human children crested the hill, a dozen silhouettes backlit by the rippling green light of Progress.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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