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as in related
having a close connection like that between family members
archaeology and the kindred science of anthropology
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as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
finally found people who were kindred spirits when she joined the hiking club
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as in family
a group of persons who come from the same ancestor
the kingdom's royal kindred actually numbers in the thousands
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Recent Examples of kindred
Kyle Thomas, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2024
In attendance were previous Kapp Kapp exhibitor Emilio Tamez, a kindred photographer and contemporary, as well as fashion commentator Lyas, arrived from Paris for the fashion week rigmarole.
—Sam Falb, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2024
Markham Heid, Time, 6 Dec. 2022
Hellboy and his team face an underworld prince who plans to awaken a lethal army and use it to reclaim Earth for his magical kindred.
—Ed Stockly, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2021
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Adjective
If for some reason one of your kindred is in need of attention, be sure to step up.
—Kyle Thomas, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2024
In attendance were previous Kapp Kapp exhibitor Emilio Tamez, a kindred photographer and contemporary, as well as fashion commentator Lyas, arrived from Paris for the fashion week rigmarole.
—Sam Falb, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2024
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The French researchers, working with another team in Montreal, Canada, identified a specific problem mutation in this kindred.
—Markham Heid, Time, 6 Dec. 2022
Hellboy and his team face an underworld prince who plans to awaken a lethal army and use it to reclaim Earth for his magical kindred.
—Ed Stockly, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2021
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If this trend continues, projections suggest that by 2030, nearly half of the population will suffer from obesity and related chronic health issues.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Trapdoor spiders are closely related to tarantulas, as both belong to the Avicularioidea superfamily of spiders.Scott Travers, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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The gloves also have thumb and index finger pads that are compatible with smartphones.Melony Forcier, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Many industries, particularly retail and service-heavy sectors, rely on older systems that are not immediately compatible with modern biometric solutions.Michael Engle, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Atkins was listed as a director at three different offshore entities either owned or affiliated with the Humphreys family.Jemima McEvoy, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Around six months ago, Mangione cut off contact with his friends and family, according to the Times.Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 14 Dec. 2024
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The meeting, set for Tuesday and Wednesday in Brussels, will focus on reinforcing allied support for Ukraine as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office in January.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
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Rutte shot down the possibility of deploying NATO troops to the region — as Russia gains support from allied countries’ militant groups.Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 27 Nov. 2024
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The first Black American to be elevated to a top national diplomatic post, Powell took the oath of office about a month later after unanimous Senate confirmation. 2007: Yacht rock singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg died at 56 in his Maine mansion after battling prostate cancer.Mark Jones, The Arizona Republic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Yoon's martial law decree on Dec. 3 lasted six hours before being overturned by a unanimous vote in the National Assembly.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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In a historic move to acknowledge and honor the resilience of Indigenous tribes, President Joe Biden on Monday announced the designation of a national monument at a former Native American boarding school in Pennsylvania.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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When the tribes look ahead to the next 20 years, what are the hopes there?Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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Women must be more vocal, more informed, and more united than ever in their quest for equality.Gemma Allen, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Assuming all Democrats oppose the tax package, which is expected, Republicans will need to be almost completely united to clear the legislation, a reality that is emboldening GOP lawmakers in favor of lifting the SALT tax cap.Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 2 Dec. 2024
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Any recognition of Somaliland as an independent state will result in dangerous repercussions, including exacerbating internal divisions between the various clans of Somaliland that support independence and others that seek to remain within the Somali federal state.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The upcoming Season 5 finale of Yellowstone will not be the end of the Dutton clan’s story.Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Kindred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kindred. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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