clans

Example Sentences

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Palestinians in the central Gazan city of Deir al-Balah voted on lists of candidates that were seen as associated with various clans and political groups.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 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

So far as Asha knew, the gods of the Karstarks were the old gods of the north, gods they shared with the Wulls, the Nor- reys, the Flints, and the other hill clans.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin