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nephew

[nef-yoo, nev-yoo] / ˈnɛf yu, ˈnɛv yu /






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“Adriel had no medical issues that we were aware of, and his passing was unexpected and an absolute shock,” Gutierrez wrote on Facebook, alongside a video memorializing his nephew.

From Los Angeles Times

Some of their children, including a nephew who is now in France, have become vehement critics.

From Barron's

Rose Cutler—whose many strong opinions have earned her the family nickname of “Aunt Rant”—has been taking care of her beloved nephew while his parents vacation.

From The Wall Street Journal

Releford’s children, nieces, nephews and cousins all contribute to its success.

From Los Angeles Times

That appeared to pave the way for the emperor's daughter to rise to the Chrysanthemum Throne, but the birth of Prince Hisahito, the emperor's nephew, the following year silenced the debate.

From Barron's