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adolescences

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plural of adolescence

as in youths

the transitional period between childhood and adulthood adolescence can be a turbulent time for teenagers and parents alike

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Not necessarily as little leaguers, but as bright-eyed youths fantasizing about one day wearing a big-league uniform, competing in major league stadiums and making their living by playing this children’s game as adults.

— Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 25 Aug. 2026
The existing youths are committing fewer crimes and engaging less in risk-taking behaviors.

— Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026

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Democrats focus on voters in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin — even Fort Worth — and their suburbs, particularly minorities.

— Eleanor Dearman Updated August 29, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2026
Recruitment policies that determine the racial and ethnic makeup of a police force can also significantly affect the relationships between the police and minorities.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026

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