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motherhood

[muhth-er-hood] / ˈmʌð ərˌhʊd /
NOUN
maternity
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Other women in the workforce have to contend with the motherhood penalty, but moms-to-be making a living on social media can rake in cash with sponsorships that continue well past their due dates.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Meaning, every other special before this, I’ve had jokes about how I don’t want kids, and now I have a kid, and I’m talking about motherhood.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

In addition to classical music, this “Man Who Knew Too Much” has pop and a pop-star heroine, one juggling motherhood with a singing career.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Events on motherhood, the legacy of new Labour and grassroots football are also part of the programme.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

She married young, threw herself into motherhood, and had to adjust to a new culture and language when she moved to America.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi




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