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extended family

[ik-sten-did fam-uh-lee, fam lee] / ɪkˈstɛn dɪd ˈfæm ə li, ˈfæm li /
NOUN
parents, children, and relatives
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They’re also at times footing the bill for their extended family.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Much of her extended family was murdered by the Germans, but “the investment in Holocaust education has been a huge mistake,” she says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

She also recommended creating a caregiving plan early, involving siblings or extended family when possible, and protecting time for the marriage itself.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

"My life is very much here, we've got three children and extended family and my wife grew up in New York City," he says.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

She grew closer to Miriam Mann and her family, the two women and their children becoming like one large extended family, often taking advantage of the many activities available on the Hampton Institute campus.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly



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