- plural of relative.
relatives
Example Sentences
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Relatives of the victims had expected a final report by Friday to explain why the disaster happened.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
Charniak, 85, is one of several families profiled in the new book “Grandfamilies: Stories of Children and the Loving Relatives Who Raise Them.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
Relatives of jailed Iranian human rights campaigner Narges Mohammadi and the Nobel Peace Prize Committee have called for her to be transferred to adequate medical facilities following a sharp reported deterioration of her health.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
Relatives and friends have been shocked at the allegations that these young men decided to throw away their promising lives.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
Relatives flew in from every corner of the country, but nobody smiled much.
From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick
