birth

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Pregnancy would suggest that something unusual happened, like she was about to give birth and her partner died or left.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

A recording showing the birth of one daughter has more than 24 million views.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Laura was diagnosed with the disease in July 2017, just three months after giving birth to her twins.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

What about, for instance, the child of a woman who’s illegally trafficked into the U.S. then gives birth here?

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

Often, families make a down payment on a dowry at birth, so the money has years to accumulate interest before marriage.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day