childish

Example Sentences

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Little by little, through her childish chatter retracing her arrival in Denmark and some research done in South Korea, Randel uncovered a different story from the one in her Danish adoption papers.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

It’s a childish performance that is trussed up as an important meditation on the Declaration.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Ultimately, he was unhappy with the way the film turned out and insisted his name was removed from the credits, something he later described as a childish decision.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 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

If he was tired of her and her childish company.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly