extended family
Example Sentences
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The land on which the Methodist church now stands was donated by members of the same extended family connected to the tree.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
As Giovanni’s mental state became less stable in recent years, Frank Perez said he and their extended family tried many avenues to get his son and grandson more help.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
At the time, Fatone was married to Kelly Baldwin, with whom he shares two children—and the two had invited several members of his extended family over for a celebration.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
Two weeks later, the holy man came to the Peterhof Palace outside St. Petersburg at the suggestion of two sisters who were part of the czar’s extended family.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Richard’s extended family showed up for his second court appearance, on November 15, including Jasmine’s cousin Regis, who is gay.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
