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also premie
as in newborn
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Recent Examples of preemie
The last point is part of a complication that affects preemies known as Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS).
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Stephanie Brown, Parents, 16 July 2024
And loss of that access could put thousands of preemies at risk.
—James Hill, ABC News, 7 July 2024
This five-pack of classic onesies comes in sizes ranging from preemie to 5T and is perfect for everything from layering to wearing alone on warm summer days.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 4 July 2024
Her dolls vary in size, from a preemie that's a few pounds to one about the size of a 6- or 9-month-old that's 12½ pounds.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
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Stephanie Brown, Parents, 16 July 2024
And loss of that access could put thousands of preemies at risk.
—James Hill, ABC News, 7 July 2024
This five-pack of classic onesies comes in sizes ranging from preemie to 5T and is perfect for everything from layering to wearing alone on warm summer days.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 4 July 2024
Her dolls vary in size, from a preemie that's a few pounds to one about the size of a 6- or 9-month-old that's 12½ pounds.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preemie
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Then came the shocking image of a masked lawmaker carrying her newborn into the Assembly chambers during the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic because she was denied a request to work remotely after giving birth.Mackenzie Mays, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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Don't miss these The parents of a newborn who died at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's have filed a malpractice suit.JR Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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Goshen Township Fire Department personnel were dispatched on Monday morning to the 1500 block of East Meadowbrook Drive for a report of an infant experiencing breathing problems after a fall, police said.Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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Detroit is offering free rides to medical appointments for pregnant women or anyone taking care of an infant.Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
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This means there is a two-month window after birth where neonates are at their most vulnerable.Paul Sisson, The Mercury News, 18 Nov. 2024
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Existing studies show that loud noise can cause a stress response in neonates, but lullabies and breath sounds can help calm babies.Dr. Abimbola Okulaja, ABC News, 27 June 2024
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The front left side of the vehicle hit the toddler and the driver immediately stopped.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 30 Oct. 2024
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Sophie Allison, the artist behind the moniker, was born in Zurich, Switzerland, but moved to Nashville as a toddler.Hanif Abdurraqib, The New Yorker, 27 Oct. 2024
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Your kids are going through school and the pressure’s already going to be immense with kids saying things because your dad’s an actor.Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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In the book, Dave depicted Toph (short for Christopher) as a guileless kid, the personification of hope.Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
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Brittney Griner and her wife Cherelle are introducing the world to their baby boy.Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 Nov. 2024
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And now, after the long nuclear winter of aural isolation, the clouds have parted, the sun is shining through, and the cassette is back, baby.SPIN Team, SPIN, 28 Nov. 2024
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In a matter of seconds, the fourplex unit Wilson Jr., 31, shares with his partner and their two children, was a total mess.Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
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The families are still in touch to this day, and her daughter is still best friends with one of the children from that group.Barbara D. Hathaway, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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These traits make for an adventurous and outgoing kiddo.Holly Garcia, Parents, 22 Nov. 2024
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For quick messes, like when the kiddos spill cereal or when Fido scatters his kibble all over the floor, a cordless vacuum can be a time saver.Brittany VanDerBill, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Preemie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preemie. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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