as in relationship
the fact or state of having something in common
she and I have a special kinship since we both grew up in England
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Recent Examples of kinship
The obsession with lineage is at odds with the solidarity of the Middle Passage, which created new forms of kinship.
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Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
David Lowery takes the few elements that worked—mainly the special kinship between a boy and a dragon—and injects his own unique vision into the proceedings.
—Barry Levitt, TIME, 21 Mar. 2025
The kinship was so vibrant that Anderson was inspired to alter the original ending of Martin’s stories.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 7 Mar. 2025
Unable to fully process the pangs of rejection, Buck decides to write a play based on their early kinship and enlists the help of Beverly (Lupe Ontiveros) to stage the production at a local community theater in order to win Chuck’s affection.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 6 Mar. 2025
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Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
David Lowery takes the few elements that worked—mainly the special kinship between a boy and a dragon—and injects his own unique vision into the proceedings.
—Barry Levitt, TIME, 21 Mar. 2025
The kinship was so vibrant that Anderson was inspired to alter the original ending of Martin’s stories.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 7 Mar. 2025
Unable to fully process the pangs of rejection, Buck decides to write a play based on their early kinship and enlists the help of Beverly (Lupe Ontiveros) to stage the production at a local community theater in order to win Chuck’s affection.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinship
Noun
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These are the same individuals, former long-term girlfriends, who were involved in consensual relationships.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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Williams never fussed about it, though and his relationships with many in the organization weren’t overly affected.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Social cafes, team neighborhoods, writable walls, project zones, and quiet retreat areas all play a role in creating an environment that prioritizes human connection over digital efficiency.—
Ryan Anderson,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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During the program’s first 15 years, its officers were involved in a wide swath of epidemiological investigations in areas including lead paint exposure, a cancer cluster’s connection to birth defects, family planning practices and famine relief.—
Casey Luc,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This includes more robust small business impact assessments, expanded export training and support, and greater engagement with industry associations that represent smaller firms.—
Natalie Madeira Cofield,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The court’s order involved a technical legal assessment of the right, or standing, of several nonprofit associations to sue over the firings.—
Mark Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Seaside Park was known for many years as the site of the Gathering of the Vibes festivals, which had an affinity for the sounds and culture of the Grateful Dead.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2025
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Characterized by: Increasing ability and increasing affinity.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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On Results Some companies may not see a direct correlation between hiring coaches and the impact on their business results.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Lottery officials said there is a clear correlation between bigger jackpots and higher sales, but not everyone who plays is swayed by the bigger pots.—
Scott McFetridge,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Kinship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kinship. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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