babyish
Example Sentences
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It is not sentimental to care about this, it is babyish to think it means nothing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
Monterroso Mejia’s babyish mannerisms, alongside Ferrell’s authoritative parental posture, make for some of the film’s funniest scenes, one of which involves her leisurely reading Dr. Seuss’s “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” at the altar.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 18, 2025
“Our first song, because we were so touched by all of that music, came out in babyish, broken English.”
From Washington Post ● Mar. 22, 2023
But unlike Lear she is a mother; Colin, though often rough and gross, is in Nick Holder’s wonderful portrayal surprisingly babyish and dainty underneath.
From New York Times ● Mar. 2, 2023
It wouldn’t be some generic babyish birthday celebration, with cupcakes for the whole class, like you did in elementary school.
From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee
