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family

[fam-uh-lee, fam-lee] / ˈfæm ə li, ˈfæm li /


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In addition to his family ballot, he got a second one for his preschool-age daughter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The family of a former Kirklees Council worker who died from cancer caused by exposure to asbestos through his job have received more than £1m in compensation.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Another potential hitch could come from family members — especially if you are in the sandwich generation, between children and aging parents who might need financial assistance.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

Two of her uncles are missing and presumed dead, while every family on the island has lost someone.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

So Janet limited their visits and discouraged family trips, and though Sharon had found proof that they were, in fact, Native, Janet just couldn’t make herself care.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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