childish

Example Sentences

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All my friends of divorced parents have a funny thing about them, because what is more childish than being like: “I can’t be with you anymore?”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Since the Atlantic story appeared, Patel’s childish reaction to criticism has been on full display.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

Ultimately, he was unhappy with the way the film turned out and insisted his name was removed from the credits, something he later described as a childish decision.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Initially, “Lord of the Flies” is all childish adventure: swimming in a lagoon, climbing a mountain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Her rough and childish ways were almost gone.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers