father
Example Sentences
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Asked about advice for children, the father of three urged youngsters to "follow your passions, but also share your passions with other people."
From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026
His mother was a teacher and his father worked in the port.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
Marc worked for the City of Pomona and also did freelance social media work, according to his father.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
A new father, he worries about ceilings his child will face.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
My father will be at his office, and Tuesday mornings are when my mother makes her weekly round of social calls.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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