mom

Example Sentences

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My dad died 26 years ago, but my mom still lives off his Life Savers pension.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Sometimes she’s a scrambling mom with a troubled kid; sometimes she’s an awkward umpire learning on the job; sometimes she’s just yearning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Anali Moran was already a mom to five children when, at age 44, she lost a pregnancy at 36 weeks in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

“I got into it because I was a mom who saw too many families being ignored, too many classrooms falling behind, and too many elected officials unwilling to stand up for our kids.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

“I’m raising money for the Elder care program back on our rez. My mom and sister beaded those.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith