young one
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of young one
First recorded in 1525–35
Example Sentences
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“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
Ezra gets the biggest crowd of the entire weekend, and a young one too - toting glow sticks, bubble guns and Pokemon hats as they dance around to his effortlessly sunny pop songs.
From BBC • Jul. 23, 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
Then the old warrior would walk to the young one, embrace him, acknowledge his worthiness.
From "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini
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