adults

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Adults who have sufficient funds will be asked to pay off the sum over time under new rules included in the upcoming Immigration and Asylum Bill, which will be put before Parliament on Tuesday.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Adults under 35 turn out to be the savviest shoppers when it comes to refinancing, according to the research.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

Adults across the UK spend more than £111 per month on dates and dating apps, equating to more than £1,300 per year, according to research from Barclays in 2025,

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

"Adults travelling with children pay one reserved seat fee, but can select reserved seats beside them for up to 4 children on the same booking free of charge," the company said in a statement.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Adults had lost the wisdom from the surface of their faces.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou