junior

Example Sentences

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But despite North Korea's reliance on China and its position as a junior partner in the alliance, this week Kim appeared to get his way on at least one key issue.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

In 1975, defending junior champion Nancy Lopez finished tied for second in the Open.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

No peacocking and no polyester are among the codes junior bankers typically learn by breaking them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The pair are close friends who first met aged 11 at junior tournaments.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

“Not when she was really young, like Fred did. We had a good science teacher in junior high. That might have been the turning point.”

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen