teething

[tee-thing]

noun

Dentistry.

1. eruption of the deciduous teeth, especially the phenomena associated with their eruption.

Word History and Origins

Origin of teething¹

First recorded in 1725–35; teethe + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Pre-season performances have highlighted teething problems with Ryan Mason's intended style of play, but he's driven and ambitious, so I'm sure he will still be aiming high in his debut season as a head coach.

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There are plenty of ministers and staffers who will of course say loyally that No 10 is now firmly in control after understandable teething troubles, who are also somewhat fed up with the noises off.

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"I think she's trying her best - there are going to be teething problems, it's only the first year."

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If anybody expected it to be perfect, then they don't understand the teething challenges of Lions tours.

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There may have been some teething problems and tech issues at points - he was seen struggling with his guitar connection at times.

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