little one
Example Sentences
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"I had no one to talk to all day -- to the point my mouth almost felt stale from not speaking. But then this little one came along and chatters with me all the time."
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
"I have a really happy, interested little boy who is doing what a little one should be doing."
From BBC • May 5, 2026
And if that child is born: Good luck keeping the little one away from plastic diapers, car seats, bottles, clothing, and toys.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
Months later, she announced the arrival of their little one but withheld details about her newest baby boy, including his name.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026
“My son came by when she was picking up her little one, and it got her all upset.”
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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