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brethren

[breth-rin] / ˈbrɛð rɪn /
NOUN
male sibling
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Many say Israel’s democracy is tarnished by its military rule over their brethren in the West Bank and the discrimination they themselves face.

From Seattle Times

Cannon's rulings are creating a lot of angst among her Federalist Society brethren, however.

From Salon

Does that mean that the people of Costa Rica or Nepal are inherently unhappier than their Scandinavian brethren?

From Salon

On Thursday, Mr. Nazareth expressed gratitude for the warm reception that he and his brethren had received in Martha’s Vineyard.

From New York Times

The fault, dear Justice, is not in the public but among your brethren.

From Washington Post