mum

Example Sentences

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Chloe, a single mum who also relies on the pantry, said rising prices have made her anxiety "a lot worse".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

"The new arrival is already able to walk around on its own but, like all baby anteaters, prefers the safety of mum for now."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

They are entitled to about 20 hours of care a week but outside that, the responsibility falls almost entirely on him and Sophia's mum.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

But when James was born, they both noticed that his "beautiful" brown eyes were very different to those of his biological mum, Beth, and the sperm donor the family had requested.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Vonetta stayed mum, arms crossed, chin pressed to her chest.

From "Gone Crazy in Alabama" by Rita Williams-Garcia