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juvenile

[joo-vuh-nl, -nahyl] / ˈdʒu və nl, -ˌnaɪl /


NOUN
young person
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STRONGEST


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Truancy without an explanation can trigger sanctions including fines, community service orders or juvenile supervision measures.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The training involved participation and coaching by people who were incarcerated at Graterford prison, in Pennsylvania—many of them juvenile lifers.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

Most of Haymon’s 26-year legal career has been in the public defender’s office, handling juvenile and adult cases that range from petty theft to homicide.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Almario also supports receivership for the juvenile system as well as greater oversight over spending on homelessness.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“Some of the kids I work with are doing a poetry slam to raise money for juvenile justice care packages. You...uhh...”

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone




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