teens
Americanplural noun
plural noun
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the years of a person's life between the ages of 13 and 19 inclusive
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all the numbers that end in -teen
Etymology
Origin of teens
1595–1605; teen (extracted from numbers with -teen as final element) + -s 3
Example Sentences
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Shielding children from harm on social media is complex, as teens use the platforms to chat with family and friends as well as for entertainment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
Another huge concern for parents is what Instagram’s algorithm shows their teens.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
"All platforms should empower parents and support teens in these ways because we know that when teens are restricted on one app, they simply move to another," Meta said.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
“I don’t think most teens will understand what that means, let alone avail themselves of that option.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
Biuku Gasa and Eroni Kumana were both in their late teens, both fishermen and canoe makers born on nearby islands.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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