pre
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ture
Comparative
more premature
Superlative
most premature
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(of a baby) born before completing the normal full-term pregnancy length
- The twins were delivered at 30 weeks, making them moderately premature.
- Premature babies often need extra time in the hospital to grow and develop.
- Thanks to round-the-clock care, the once tiny premature infant is now a thriving toddler.
- She gave birth to twins, one of whom was slightly premature but healthy.
- Advances in medical technology have greatly improved the survival rates of premature infants.
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happening earlier than expected or usual
- The premature arrival of spring caused confusion among the migrating birds.
- His premature decision to retire surprised his colleagues and friends.
- The tree's premature blooming caught everyone off guard as it happened before the usual season.
- The athlete suffered a premature retirement due to a severe injury.
- The premature birth of the baby required specialized medical care.
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happening or being done at an inappropriate time
- His decision to quit the project was seen as premature by the rest of the team.
- The premature announcement caused confusion among the stakeholders.
- Critics argue that making such a judgment now would be premature.
- The premature conclusion of the meeting left several important issues unresolved.
- The premature aging of the wine resulted in a disappointing taste.