youngster

Example Sentences

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That youngster had not traveled before getting infected.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Mary Judge, sister of 16-year-old John Dougal, told the hearing his ambition had been to join the Army, and that as a youngster he had served as an Army cadet.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

He adds that Antonelli’s maturity stood out even as a youngster in that he was able to deal well with difficulties on and off the track.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The artist's lawyers last week denied their client had killed the youngster.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

“Grown into a jolly little beast. He was quite a youngster when I saw him last. He’s too fat, though. He needs more exercise.”

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier