filial

Example Sentences

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By telling the story through a fictionalized filial relationship, and locating the initial part of the movie in Senegal, Vadepied, the director, contrives to personalize the war’s horror for the African conscripts.

From New York Times

"Especially for Asians, it's critical to have filial piety — you honor the family name. And that's a hit not only to her personal reputation but her name and family," the former official said.

From Salon

But “Shy” is much more than a work of filial revenge.

From Los Angeles Times

The immensely complicated political legacy of the period — ravaged by conflicts between left and right-wing factions and the emergence of guerrilla movements — plays second fiddle to the filial tribute.

From New York Times

In that version of Netanyahu’s life, defiance is forgotten, filial devotion is all that matters.

From Washington Post