daughter-in-law
noun
daugh·ter-in-law
ˈdȯ-tər-in-ˌlȯ 
ˈdȯ-tərn-
plural daughters-in-law
ˈdȯ-tər-zin-ˌlȯ
: the wife of one's son or daughter
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While your relationship with your daughter-in-law has changed, this logistical question offers you the opportunity to tie up some emotional loose ends and part with peace.
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R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 1 Nov. 2024
Jill Campbell, the daughter-in-law of the film’s subject Jule Campbell, is an independent documentary director, producer, and editor.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024
Two weeks later, Balducci moved to New Orleans to be near his son and daughter-in-law and their teenagers.
—Judith Graham, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
Fred has been supporting his son at the 2024 World Series
Fred, who still lives in California, has been cheering on his son from the sidelines during the 2024 World Series, along with his daughter-in-law, Chelsea Freeman, and their three boys.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 1 Nov. 2024
Jill Campbell, the daughter-in-law of the film’s subject Jule Campbell, is an independent documentary director, producer, and editor.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024
Two weeks later, Balducci moved to New Orleans to be near his son and daughter-in-law and their teenagers.
—Judith Graham, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
Fred has been supporting his son at the 2024 World Series
Fred, who still lives in California, has been cheering on his son from the sidelines during the 2024 World Series, along with his daughter-in-law, Chelsea Freeman, and their three boys.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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