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as in tribes
a group of persons who come from the same ancestor
the Adams family made remarkable contributions to American life for more than two centuries
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as in types
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
the flute, the clarinet, the oboe, and other members of the woodwind family
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Recent Examples of families
Despite the potential dangers, some young users and their families say trying the controversial therapy is preferable to being stuck in the status quo.
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Rachel Hale, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Jenkins, a former Brevard County school board member and speech pathologist, released a launch video casting herself as a fighter for working families, drawing on her own experience working multiple jobs to make ends meet.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 10 Sep. 2025
However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Along with visiting Machu Picchu, families can go horseback riding, mountain biking, paragliding, and more.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
About a decade ago, the district closed and overhauled Collins and fired educators at Chalmers and Johnson who had built relationships with families and temporarily handed the schools over to a private operator to try to turn them around academically.
—Mila Koumpilova, ProPublica, 9 Sep. 2025
And although the data is stronger because of the large number of reports researchers analyzed, instances of ingestion are likely underreported to poison control centers — because families have to think to make the report after something bad happens, Hays said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
Philanthropy plays a catalytic role by empowering local financial institutions to serve families in need.
—Matt Damon, TIME, 22 Mar. 2025
Their families even know each other well, Snapp said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2025
Rachel Hale, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Jenkins, a former Brevard County school board member and speech pathologist, released a launch video casting herself as a fighter for working families, drawing on her own experience working multiple jobs to make ends meet.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 10 Sep. 2025
However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Along with visiting Machu Picchu, families can go horseback riding, mountain biking, paragliding, and more.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
About a decade ago, the district closed and overhauled Collins and fired educators at Chalmers and Johnson who had built relationships with families and temporarily handed the schools over to a private operator to try to turn them around academically.
—Mila Koumpilova, ProPublica, 9 Sep. 2025
And although the data is stronger because of the large number of reports researchers analyzed, instances of ingestion are likely underreported to poison control centers — because families have to think to make the report after something bad happens, Hays said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
Philanthropy plays a catalytic role by empowering local financial institutions to serve families in need.
—Matt Damon, TIME, 22 Mar. 2025
Their families even know each other well, Snapp said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for families
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Because late summer into early fall marks corn harvest season across much of the northern United States, many Native American tribes traditionally referred to the full moon in August or September with names related to corn, according to the Almanac.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Algonquin tribes in what is now the northeastern USA coined the term corn moon, according to the Maine Farmer's Almanac, since this was the time for gathering their main staple crops of corn, pumpkins, squash, beans and wild rice.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Trubetter Foldable Travel Hangers Many standard hotel room closets contain at least one or two hangers, but other types of lodging—like Airbnb, boutique hotels, and hostels—may not have any at all.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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What are the two types of waterspouts?—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Ellen and Brian may have just declared their love and commitment to each other in a handfast ceremony, but their burgeoning relationship is about to upend both of their clans’ lives.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Aug. 2025
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Colum calmly declares that the union will mend the damage between the clans.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Known for its reliability and resilience, Canada Goose has supported on- and off-screen roles in some of the planet’s most extreme locations, empowering exploration of all kinds, both behind the scenes and front of the lens.—
Steven Huizar,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Sep. 2025
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According to reports, it has been disallowed in settings of all kinds.—
Keyaira Boone,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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The 48 megapixel camera houses a telephoto lens with 1x, 2x, 4x and 8× optical zoom and 8K recording capabilities.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The couple put offers on half a dozen houses.—
Duaa Eldeib,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
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Two neighbors are likely experiencing much wider differences in inflation than the differences when looking at categories like age or race.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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And in the guest actor categories in both drama and comedy, it was split 50-50.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
9 Sep. 2025
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The gathering will bring together local groups, including CRS, Epic Partners and Coach Core, alongside stakeholders and funders, to highlight their work tackling youth violence and supporting young people through outreach, sports and creative arts.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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More than 100 people gathered at Idaho Capitol steps on Friday evening for the second annual Boise Trans March to rally for LGBTQ+ rights in Idaho — a state where these groups feel under attack.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Sep. 2025
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Daniel has a special way of gathering folks who hold no qualms with showcasing their talent; so to see the historic dance company in this part of the city was such a distinct moment.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
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This leaves the remainder, folks more likely to purchase insurance because of poorer health, with potentially exorbitant premiums and out-of-pocket costs.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Families.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/families. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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