youngster

Example Sentences

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Aitch was discovered as a youngster by local entrepreneur Michael Adex, founder of the talent management company NQ, while spitting bars at a local open mic night.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Michael Carrick was also asked about the youngster this week.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Russell pushed on trying to close the gap, but his own fastest lap was answered by one from Antonelli, underlining that the youngster had an answer for everything Russell could throw at him.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

As the two old men told their stories, a youngster brushed past them, a machete slung over his shoulder.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

Char backed away, holding the youngster, who squirmed to get out of his grasp.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine