mum
Example Sentences
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My mum was substitute-teaching English and one of her schoolbooks was “Lord of the Flies.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Walker and Gibson are mum about who else might show up during the concert, but they promised that audiences driving in from L.A. will find the trip down to Orange County worth it.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
She is softly spoken, thoughtful and articulate, sometimes looking to her mum for answers.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Ellie-May's mum, Sophie, says she checks the ingredients in her daughter's products.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“Conor,” his mum snapped, so harshly it seemed to surprise them both.
From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness
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