coming of age
Example Sentences
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Before Sept. 11, some suggested that the generation coming of age in 2001 was too spoiled or cynical to answer a serious call to service.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Despite facing notable challenges and coming of age in a culture infected by “big woe,” or an onslaught of despairing information, Moore believes there is still reason for young people to be optimistic.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
The coming of age story, Mountain, directed by Celyn Jones, was filmed in his home town of Holyhead, on Anglesey.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
Because you came up in Hollywood or were coming of age in Hollywood, does this stage of life actually feel like more of a moment of discovery for you about who you are?
From Los Angeles Times ● May 18, 2026
Our kids were coming of age during what felt like a unique time.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
