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chaperone

[shap-uh-rohn] / ˈʃæp əˌroʊn /




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These chaperone policies—sometimes called youth escort or parental guidance policies—started decades ago and have increased alongside the rise in mall disruptions over the years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

GGP, one of the largest mall owners in the U.S., views chaperone policies as regrettable but preferable to the disruptions caused by teen takeovers, a spokeswoman said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Arginine also acts as a safe chemical chaperone, helping proteins maintain their proper structure.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

A friend of hers alerted another chaperone and Rolling Hills High teacher, Jerry Kestenberg, who then summoned Michelle for a one-on-one meeting.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2025

Fleetwood, my chaperone for the voyage, heaves his bloated and blistered trotters into a pan of water.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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