junior

Example Sentences

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But despite North Korea's reliance on China and its position as a junior partner in the alliance, this week Kim appeared to get his way on at least one key issue.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

It’s rare for a player to go from junior champion to contender in the Open in back-to-back years, but not unheard of.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Emerging as a standout was 6-foot-5 junior pitcher Jack Kaplan, who went 6-2 with a 2.33 ERA and struck out 101 batters in 66 innings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

It’s especially true the more junior one is.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

In junior high, we run a mile every week and we’re supposed to get faster each time.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée