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preteen

[pree-teen] / priˈtin /


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Preteen Elio is on a misanthropic trajectory that, if not recalibrated, could result in him growing up to marry a pillow.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2025

Preteen girls have talked about how to decide which choice “makes the most of my money.”

From Seattle Times • Oct. 14, 2022

Preteen girls and boys sat around low table or on the ground, coloring or gluing glitter on paper.

From Washington Times • Sep. 10, 2017

Preteen school-aged children need at least 10 hours of sleep each day, while teenagers need between nine and 10, the U.S.

From US News • Jan. 5, 2015

Mom hands me a bouquet of red mums, which I cradle like a Miss Preteen Sampaguita.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio



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