She laughed pubescently at the awkward compliment, unsure whether to be flattered or embarrassed.

The pubescent sat at the edge of the pool, nervously watching the older swimmers.

The pubescent students formed tight-knit social groups as they navigated high school.

The study examined how pubescents navigate social media.

The poet used the archaic term pubescency to evoke the awkward beauty of adolescence in his verses.

Many families find that pubescence brings emotional and physical challenges that require patience and understanding.

The botanist examined the pubescences on different species to determine their protective functions.

The mid-pubescent boy hesitated before joining the older kids on the sports field.