family man

Example Sentences

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He was just a family man from Oklahoma City who’d been on his way to visit relatives in the Middle East.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

"He was a family man who wanted to give the best life to his five children. And now he is gone," said Khan, who also works in the UAE as a construction worker.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

"He was then and is now a dedicated family man," he added.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

“He’s obviously a dedicated family man, but he’s also dedicated to us, so he’s been doing a great job,” Stafford said, adding, “He’s ready to rock and roll.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

Aunt Nancy says that Frank doesn’t have what it takes to be a family man.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers