childhood

Example Sentences

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"I lost my mother, my brother, my home, my childhood," said Sabbagh, 52, a businessman who now lives in Mexico.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

“Why is my childhood coming back?” the Long Island, N.Y., mom recently asked.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Skeletal evidence showed signs of childhood stress, joint wear, and occasional injuries, suggesting physically demanding lifestyles.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

When my childhood dog was in her last years, we had to buy a harness to help her stand and extra beds because she could no longer climb on the couch.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Ekon had thought that was where they were headed—most of his childhood lessons had been there—but a hint of mischief touched Brother Ugo’s eyes as he made an abrupt turn to the right instead.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray