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In the chaos of the departure, Lomikovska became separated from her son and two daughters-in-law, including one, Olha Lomikovska, injured by shrapnel days earlier.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 30, 2024

Moore is survived by his sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2024

“I think emotionally it would be hard on everybody, but it would be an amazing experience,” one of his daughters-in-law said.

From New York Times • Dec. 24, 2022

Listening to my sons and daughters-in-law, I realize they share a lot of my foreboding.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2022

Then all the women gave a wail of joy—daughters, daughters-in-law, and the Lady Eurydike, Klymenos’ eldest daughter.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer