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boy

[boi] / bɔɪ /


NOUN
young man
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A lawyer for the coroner clarified that the young boy was walking at the time, possibly quickly.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Ms. Curotto tells of a Southern boy who knew no one, had no connections in the professions to which he was drawn, entertainment and journalism, and rose to the top.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

South Korean boy band BTS, U.S. pop culture icon Madonna and Latin music superstar Shakira will be performing at halftime during the World Cup final July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.,

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

A nine-year-old boy who became the youngest amputee to climb Wales' highest peak now has his sights set on conquering the Three Peaks challenge.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“It will be years before a boy like James is ready to seriously consider marriage.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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