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rug rats

Definition of rug ratsnext
plural of rug rat, slang

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for rug rats
Noun
  • Orange Coast Medical Center operates a Level II NICU, which cares for moderately ill or premature infants who need close monitoring and short-term support.
    MemorialCare Medical Group, Oc Register, 10 Jan. 2026
  • The hour-long discussion will examine current trends in infant mortality, explore medical, environmental, and policy-related factors that may influence outcomes, and address the critical questions parents and policymakers are asking about protecting the health of infants and young children.
    Bill Wachsberger, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • In May 2025, Chris shared a photo of Mel with their three kids in celebration of Mother’s Day.
    Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
  • That was a big benefit for Chef Johan Jensen, co-owner of Whitecrest Eatery in Stonington Borough, Connecticut, who, after initially experimenting with it from a culinary perspective, was attracted to beef tallow to cook cleaner for his kids.
    Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 11 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • When Toddlers and Preschoolers Lie For toddlers and preschoolers, lying is not entirely intentional.
    Sarah Vanbuskirk, Parents, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Ride-on cars are small toy vehicles designed for toddlers or young children.
    Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Jafery said this additional ingredient in masa will make drastic improvements in the health of newborns with little changes in production and the lives of tortilla consumers.
    Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado January 12, Sacbee.com, 12 Jan. 2026
  • High vaccination rates build herd immunity, which helps prevent disease transmission to high-risk groups including newborns, the elderly and cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
    Allison Ong, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Among these studies, 12 post-approval studies included 3,646 neonates, newborns, infants and children.
    Dr. Jade Cobern, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Instead, help youngsters figure out how to resist them.
    Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 5 Jan. 2026
  • At least Texas has some promising youngsters such as Littleton, safety Jonah Williams and cornerback Kobe Black.
    Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 5 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • By 15 weeks, the chicks have generally left the nest but are often not more than a mile or so away.
    Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
  • Never doubt chicks with sticks.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 30 Dec. 2025
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“Rug rats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rug%20rats. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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