1
: the first growth of teeth
2
: the phenomena accompanying growth of teeth through the gums
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The Club World Cup had significant teething problems ahead of the tournament, from sponsorship challenges to broadcast deals and ticket sales, but FIFA will be betting on the excitement of these later rounds of the tournament creating a lasting impression that the tournament is a success.
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Steve Price, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Randle joined the Timberwolves ahead of the season in a big trade that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks and endured his share of teething pains during his first season in Minnesota.
—Matias Grez, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
With the 2026 World Cup so close, there is no time for gradually getting to know each other, for tentative first steps, teething pains or learning curves.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
From teething to playing, there are plenty of opportunities to learn and grow, and the right products can help take them on their journey.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
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Steve Price, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Randle joined the Timberwolves ahead of the season in a big trade that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks and endured his share of teething pains during his first season in Minnesota.
—Matias Grez, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
With the 2026 World Cup so close, there is no time for gradually getting to know each other, for tentative first steps, teething pains or learning curves.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
From teething to playing, there are plenty of opportunities to learn and grow, and the right products can help take them on their journey.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
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“Teething.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teething. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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