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young

[yuhng] / yʌŋ /


NOUN
animate beings that are not mature
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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He realised the number of young migrants on the island was growing, but local authorities only looked after them until they turned 18.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

To manage on a starting salary, some young professionals are turning to convents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

There are also different levels of shallow water for young swimmers and toddlers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

It’s too bad Donald was too young to see the entire 13-hour version of Victory at Sea.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Peter was home, yet he was not safe, any more than any healthy young male was safe.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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