as in gestation
the state of containing unborn young within the body
an elephant's pregnancy can last almost two years
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Both Robbie and Ackerley have been extremely private throughout her pregnancy: other than having a representative confirm the news on their behalf, neither has spoken publicly about the matter.
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Vogue, 3 Nov. 2024
Most abortions in the U.S. take place in the early weeks of pregnancy, and roughly 63% are done using medication.
—ProPublica, 2 Nov. 2024
Goodbye The 34-year-old actress, who had been keeping busy throughout her pregnancy, has been nesting at her Venice Beach home with Ackerley, preparing for their little one’s arrival.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2024
Enshrining these protections into law would have the effect of protecting reproductive freedom in the state, which currently allows for abortions up to 24 weeks, and at any time if your health or pregnancy is at risk.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024
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Vogue, 3 Nov. 2024
Most abortions in the U.S. take place in the early weeks of pregnancy, and roughly 63% are done using medication.
—ProPublica, 2 Nov. 2024
Goodbye The 34-year-old actress, who had been keeping busy throughout her pregnancy, has been nesting at her Venice Beach home with Ackerley, preparing for their little one’s arrival.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2024
Enshrining these protections into law would have the effect of protecting reproductive freedom in the state, which currently allows for abortions up to 24 weeks, and at any time if your health or pregnancy is at risk.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Pregnancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pregnancy. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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