childish

Example Sentences

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The colourful cans of Buzzballz in particular are "that kind of playful, Instagrammable, almost childish thing that I think has a real appeal to Gen Z", Gen Z researcher Chloe Combi adds.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Since the Atlantic story appeared, Patel’s childish reaction to criticism has been on full display.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

“The childish scribbling handwriting is also a red herring for some of the more serious and sinister themes in the book, “ says Cash.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

Initially, “Lord of the Flies” is all childish adventure: swimming in a lagoon, climbing a mountain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Helmuth won't look at Gerhard; he feels childish.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti