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relating to or in the stage of puberty
- During the pubescent phase, adolescents often undergo the development of secondary sexual characteristics such as the growth of facial hair or breast development.
- The pubescent years can be challenging as hormonal changes may lead to mood swings and emotional fluctuations.
- Health education classes often cover topics related to pubescent changes to help students understand and navigate this period.
- Parents play a crucial role in supporting their pubescent children through the challenges of adolescence.
- Peer relationships become more complex during the pubescent years as individuals seek to establish their identities.
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covered with fine, soft hairs or down, often referring to plants, animals, or young humans
- The leaves of the young plant were pubescent, giving them a velvety texture.
- A pubescent layer of fuzz covered the peach's skin.
- The puppy's ears were pubescent and soft to the touch.
- Pubescent stems help reduce water loss in some desert plants.
- The child had pubescent cheeks, showing the first signs of fine facial hair.
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