young one
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of young one
First recorded in 1525–35
Example Sentences
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Soccer’s women’s player of the year in 2023 — but it is still a relatively young one: Girma has only been a professional for two years.
From New York Times ● Jan. 12, 2024
“Everybody would have to look at me with more respect because I was always seen as the young one that was doing all the roles,” Conti said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 8, 2023
The old stag fighting for his place with the young one.
From Salon ● Jul. 6, 2023
Skinner, too, has a young one at home and his son, Beau, provides a welcome distraction from the game.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 20, 2023
Mrs. Clarke was not a small woman, nor a young one, but she scurried down the ladder as nimbly as a squirrel.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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