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mama

[mah-muh, muh-mah] / ˈmɑ mə, məˈmɑ /




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Her and my mama and my daddy be talking.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 14, 2026

“Every single person and their mama is a builder,” says Willis Clayton-Stankowski, 25, who lives in Oakland.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 19, 2026

Bystanders gathered, with one asking, “Would your mama be proud of you right now?”

From Salon Jan. 16, 2026

“They’re mama bears, and they’re coming out, and they’re going to run for office, and they’re going to become more vocal.”

From Slate Dec. 18, 2025

“Your mama will feel more settled now that you're finding your way,” St. Christopher said.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

“We got about 125,000 people, mamas and babies in Massachusetts, that get food assistance,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren told the media in 2023 about a potential shutdown.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 6, 2025

"I have a whole new understanding and respect for the mamas who have had to fight for their babies while pregnant," she wrote on Instagram.

From Reuters Nov. 4, 2023

“I have a whole new understanding and respect for the mamas who have had to fight for their babies while pregnant,” she wrote.

From Seattle Times Nov. 4, 2023

“I have a whole new understanding and respect for the mamas who have had to fight for their babies while pregnant.”

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 6, 2023

“Our mamas are sick. They need food. Will you help us?” explained Janina.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys




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