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parental

[puh-ren-tl] / pəˈrɛn tl /


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Jakary noted that Florida does not provide state disability payments for parental leave as California does.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

Currently, sellers must be at least 18 and show ID, or have parental permission, while buyers aren’t required to show ID.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

Huckaby-Budds said having paid parental leave was a crucial benefit as well, as she recovers from an unplanned caesarean section and her husband has limited parental leave.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

Mice do provide extensive parental care, and scientists have identified several neuropeptides involved in that behavior, but the mouse brain is highly complex.

From Science Daily Aug. 1, 2026

Acting and looking older, and being highly intelligent, Lombardy treated Bobby in a parental and nurturing way.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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