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as in dad
a male human parent
the special relationship that exists between fathers and sons
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as in founder
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor
Sir Isaac Newton is regarded by many as the father of modern science
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as in grandfather
a person who is several generations earlier in an individual's line of descent
our fathers founded this nation on the fundamental belief that no person is entitled to rule by divine right
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as in Lord
capitalized
the being worshipped as the creator and ruler of the universe
let us ask humbly for the blessings of our Father in heaven
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Recent Examples of father
Christina Dugan Ramirez, Fox News, 2 Feb. 2025
Tim Cindric, who is NASCAR driver Austin Cindric's father, is well-known for his impact on Team Penske's success, having led the team to numerous victories across different motorsport disciplines, encompassing endurance racing, stock car racing, and IndyCar.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
In the world of Eraserhead, the first feature of David Lynch, everything is emphatically not fine: Strange industrial noises fill the soundtrack, all efforts at human connection go awry, and worst of all, our hero has fathered a disgusting inhuman creature the wriggles and oozes all over its crib.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Now over a year sober, Trace made a plea to his father after his inaugural performance sparked concern.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, Fox News, 2 Feb. 2025
Tim Cindric, who is NASCAR driver Austin Cindric's father, is well-known for his impact on Team Penske's success, having led the team to numerous victories across different motorsport disciplines, encompassing endurance racing, stock car racing, and IndyCar.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
Verb
At least 94 children are believed to have been fathered by the doctor.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
In the world of Eraserhead, the first feature of David Lynch, everything is emphatically not fine: Strange industrial noises fill the soundtrack, all efforts at human connection go awry, and worst of all, our hero has fathered a disgusting inhuman creature the wriggles and oozes all over its crib.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for father
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Awaiting her in heaven were dad, Kenny (1965); mom, Frieda (2008); sister, Cindy (1993); son, Kenny (2021); daughter, Kelly (2009); nephew, Troy (2021); parents-in-law, Ralph Ruble, Lyle and Alma Ebeling.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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At Milla’s funeral, which Belle crashes, Arlo, Chanelle, and Milla’s dad, Joe, appear to lean on each other for support.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
6 Feb. 2025
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Washed blues, sandy beiges, seafoam greens, and deep browns all work, says Cheryl Clendenon, founder and principal designer of In Detail Interiors.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Feb. 2025
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The founder built on The Seven Intentions and created an online course in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
1 Feb. 2025
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Mark Canlis will remain to run the restaurant that his grandfather opened in 1950, while Brian Canlis will move with his family to Nashville.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2025
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Bill Gates is settling into his newest title — grandfather.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
4 Feb. 2025
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Bill Burr might be one of the children that your father sired in his days being a traveling musician.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Their analysis — which involved examining genetic data and 25 years’ worth of photos — revealed that just 7% of male humpbacks showed evidence of having sired offspring.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
10 Jan. 2025
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Cal has daddy issues and a habit of drinking away his self-loathing and disappointments.—
Gqlshare,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Jan. 2025
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There’s Parisa, who is on the show to find a cat daddy — wait, no!—
Ali Barthwell,
Vulture,
28 Jan. 2025
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What the voyage now represents is the unmaking of ideas from some of the great thinkers and creators of the age.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2025
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The show will reportedly explore themes of home, lifestyle, and personal reflections, aligning with Meghan’s growing role as a content creator and entrepreneur.—
Erin Hill,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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This year’s theme — A Whole Harvest Dining Experience — will involve meals that use an entire plant, as the ancestors of today’s Black chefs did.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Jan. 2025
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During the Lunar New Year period, families and loved ones gather to eat traditional holiday foods and pay their respects to their ancestors.—
Brett Tingley,
Space.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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MicroStrategy’s frenetic options have even spawned a fund called YieldMax MSTR Option Income Strategy ETF, which sells call options to generate income.—
Nina Bambysheva,
Forbes,
30 Jan. 2025
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The film spawned a number of sequels, including 1935's Bride of Frankenstein.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
30 Jan. 2025
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“Father.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/father. Accessed 12 Feb. 2025.
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