youngster

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Cristiano Ronaldo, meanwhile, says Sir Alex Ferguson told him to cut out the step-overs when he was a plucky youngster at Manchester United baiting Premier League full-backs.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

As the two old men told their stories, a youngster brushed past them, a machete slung over his shoulder.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

But with the scores level, Arteta turned to 16-year-old Dowman, alongside £64m summer signing Viktor Gyokeres, and the youngster turned the game in his side's favour.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

The youngster qualified for Crufts at just three years old after being placed in the Three Counties Championship Show in June.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

"And then—hullo! What's wrong with the Human? It looks pretty green. Why, I do believe it's quite faint. Perhaps it's mortal hungry. When did you last have a meal, youngster?"

From "The Horse and His Boy" by C.S. Lewis