young child

Example Sentences

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"Obviously it's a terrible situation to have such a young child go missing," Grieve said.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

But that requires more time and energy than I’m willing to sacrifice while raising a young child and entertaining my dreams of becoming a star potter.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

Cole is a 37-year-old tax economist with Ivy League degrees, a mortgage and a young child.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

The scenes where Robert is together with Gladys and their young child have warm lighting or the haze of golden hour.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Let’s begin with a journey from the perspective of the child—a very young child at the beginning of life.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin