young adult

Example Sentences

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“It still provides independence with the young adult or elderly parent, while giving the flexibility to live together and spend time together.”

From MarketWatch • May 9, 2026

The post-Mass young adult discussion group, once a gathering of about 25, now draws upward of 200.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

As a teenager and young adult, Jessica tried to learn more about her mom’s case.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

That wasn’t being reflected in the young adult projects he saw.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

“The ones back there are children’s and young adult books. Fiction, nonfiction, novels and poetry, comics and graphic novels. Anything that I think you folks might enjoy.”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila