1
: the first growth of teeth
2
: the phenomena accompanying growth of teeth through the gums
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From the VTech Drop and Go Dump Truck, which is nearly 30% off, to this popular $10 teething toy, your little one will love playing and exploring with these toys.
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Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 21 Nov. 2024
And for all the teething problems experienced in 2023, from a financial standpoint the race was a roaring success.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Chelsea’s pre-season has already experienced some teething problems, and history tells us that managers at Stamford Bridge are rarely afforded a long time to get things right.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 13 Aug. 2024
Pixel sales are surging, and despite any Android 15 teething issues, the speed with which that upgrade was available compared to Samsung, and the advantage Google has in running both hardware and software is now clear.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 21 Nov. 2024
And for all the teething problems experienced in 2023, from a financial standpoint the race was a roaring success.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Chelsea’s pre-season has already experienced some teething problems, and history tells us that managers at Stamford Bridge are rarely afforded a long time to get things right.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 13 Aug. 2024
Pixel sales are surging, and despite any Android 15 teething issues, the speed with which that upgrade was available compared to Samsung, and the advantage Google has in running both hardware and software is now clear.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Teething.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teething. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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