papa

Example Sentences

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Hebel characterized Morrison as “very much like a papa bear, a protector” who was very close to Sheina, his only child.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

‘You’ve got to take care of mama bear and papa bear first.’

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

But not before papa Ozzy got a few words in edgewise.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2025

Days before his father's release on Thursday, Díaz scored a goal against Luton and lifted his shirt to reveal the words in Spanish "freedom for papa".

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2023

“It’s true! I mean, of course I wish your papa was here. I’d give almost anything to have him back. But I wouldn’t trade you for him.”

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro