adult
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In fact, nearly one-quarter of U.S. adults — about 63 million — provide ongoing care to a child or adult with a medical condition or disability.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
A separate Economist/YouGov poll found that 51 percent of U.S. adult citizens are pessimistic about the long-term effects of A.I. while just 25 percent are optimistic.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
Researchers at Mass General Brigham have uncovered evidence that the thymus, a small immune system organ long thought to lose its importance after childhood, may play a major role in adult health.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
The conversation about the intricacies of supporting adult children got surprisingly personal.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
“Even as an adult, he seemed haunted by that place.”
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
Vocabulary lists containing adult
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