adulthood
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Kars4Kids has made it easier to donate old cars to benefit children and families across the country, which includes continued support throughout young adulthood, the company spokesperson said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
By tracking the same participants over time, researchers were able to build a much clearer picture of how the body changes through adulthood and aging.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
The NBC sitcom, which followed the lives of six New Yorkers navigating adulthood, dating and careers, drew a massive following and made megastars of previously unknown actors.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
Lawrence and Tarses were initially inspired by their experience as fathers to write a story about navigating the bonds that dads and daughters share, and how they change in adulthood.
From Salon • May 11, 2026
“Our dependents are now sixteen. They stand on the precipice of adulthood, and it is now up to them to decide what kind of people they will be.”
From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
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