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[klan] / klæn /


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Before them stood 112 coffins containing bones and fragments of victims from the Abu Sharia and al-Hasayna families, two branches of the same Bedouin clan.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

This culinary artist is one of that clan of uncompromising foodie obsessives who are beginning to become a cliché in popular culture.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

The Jenner-Kardashian clan doesn’t have the best track record when promoting products other than those bearing their names.

From Salon Jul. 2, 2026

President Mohamud has been attempting to move Somalia towards democratic elections, replacing a system in which clan elders choose MPs, who in turn select a president.

From BBC Jun. 4, 2026

‘Your Fa’s mad!’ the children had taunted Torak five summers before, when he and Fa had journeyed to the sea-shore for the clan meet.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

More than 40, however, are family offices that manage fortunes for wealthy clans and individuals.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 11, 2026

The determination, released Wednesday, is not the final say but signals a possibility that several clans of the iconic cougars will be listed under the California Endangered Species Act.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 10, 2025

Israeli security officials also said he succumbed to wounds suffered during internal fighting among clans in Gaza.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 5, 2025

Among the clans, the Bais were "absolutely number one", Bai Yingcang previously told state media.

From BBC Nov. 4, 2025

I’d also received invitations to join four of the biggest gunter clans: the Oviraptors, Clan Destiny, the Key Masters, and Team Banzai.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline




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