inner child
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Soothe your inner child with some nostalgic tunes: When Rebecca Knight became a parent, she vowed that her kids wouldn’t listen to Raffi.
From Slate ● Sep. 2, 2026
November’s release means “getting to be like a little kid again, living out that inner child but at 30 years old,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
It’s a great way to feed your inner child while satisfying the palate you’ve built, sustained and refined into adulthood.
From Salon ● Jun. 28, 2026
"The games make us reminisce about our childhood... not only can we be healthier, but we can also enjoy that nostalgic feeling with our inner child," Akira said.
From Barron's ● Jun. 15, 2026
I guess there’s a weird part of my inner child that just can’t seem to let go of the idea of a mother who cares.
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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