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ancestor

noun as in predecessor in family

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"In the modern world, we seem to have become increasingly distanced from nature, whereas our ancestors had a deep connection and respect for it."

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It was first grouped with squids and octopuses, then with sea slugs, jellyfish ancestors, and even worms.

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“The forming of this commission is a testament to a willingness to come together for the same purpose: for the future of our children and for our ancestors.”

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He thought I was because I have some Irish ancestors.

“We view the opportunity and choice to do polygenic screening as exercising rights that were unavailable or forcibly denied to many of our ancestors.”

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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