youngster
noun
young·ster
ˈyəŋ(k)-stər 
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As a youngster, he was very shy.
bright-eyed youngsters interested in learning
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Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
There needs to be a desire and thought process to make these kinds of films, so that there will be opportunities for these youngsters.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024
Note: Experts point to vehicles and allergies as prevalent safety risks for youngsters on Halloween.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 30 Oct. 2024
That is to say, relying on the likes of Curry, Green and Thompson to do their thing while giving youngsters an advanced amount of playing time.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
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“Youngster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/youngster. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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youngster
noun
young·ster
ˈyəŋ(k)-stər
1
: a young person : youth
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