papa

Example Sentences

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Hebel characterized Morrison as “very much like a papa bear, a protector” who was very close to Sheina, his only child.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

‘You’ve got to take care of mama bear and papa bear first.’

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

The IT engineer revealed Monzo only stopped when their four-year-old daughter started crying and said "mama" and "papa".

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2025

“He was the most amazing husband, father, papa and actor. He loved performing for the ‘Days’ audience and sharing the stage with the greatest cast, crew, and production team in the business.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 29, 2024

Ella's papa had done so much to make sure she could be at this special place.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton