young adult
Americannoun
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a teenager (used especially by publishers and librarians).
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a person in the early years of adulthood.
Example Sentences
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The post-Mass young adult discussion group, once a gathering of about 25, now draws upward of 200.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
As a teenager and young adult, Jessica tried to learn more about her mom’s case.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
In addition to emphasizing comedies, there’s a lot of opportunity to develop young adult films, Lin said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
As a child, teenager and young adult she was "on auto pilot" and did not question anything.
From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026
They have a lot of my favorites in the thriller and young adult sections.
From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera
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