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family

[fam-uh-lee, fam-lee] / ˈfæm ə li, ˈfæm li /


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In total, the team described 24 new species across 10 amphipod families, including both predators and scavengers.

From Science Daily

Nancy Guthrie’s family has offered a $1-million reward for information leading to her recovery.

From Los Angeles Times

"Women work really hard, bringing up our families, working full-time, so this is highlighting that we should focus on ourselves," she says.

From BBC

He will not be allowed to use a phone or social media and the only visits he can receive are those by his family, lawyers and medical personnel - which will be restricted to limited periods.

From BBC

Angela, described by her family as a "loved daughter, sister, mum and aunty", was using a crutch at the time of her death after injuring her knee.

From BBC