in infancy

Frequency: 7.513.5 per million words

Within the period of being an infant; can also be used figuratively to mean 'in its early stages'.

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Examples (10)

  • She died in infancy.
  • The new company is still in its infancy.
  • Many critical developmental stages occur in infancy.
  • The project is still in its infancy, so details are scarce.
  • Diseases that were once fatal in infancy are now treatable.
  • His interest in music began in infancy.
  • The technology is very much in its infancy, but shows promise.
  • Immunizations are often given in infancy to protect against common illnesses.
  • Their relationship was still in its infancy when problems arose.
  • Learning basic motor skills happens predominantly in infancy.