fraternal
Example Sentences
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When community members aren’t arguing, the vibe is generally extremely supportive and fraternal.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
At 26, Carpenter is precisely half of Miss Piggy’s age, and yet they could be fraternal twins.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron has offered "the full solidarity of France and our fraternal support" to Switzerland.
From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026
The sense that firefighters are retreating behind a fraternal code of silence is fueling an intense anger among Palisadians.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025
Brother Ugo was the oldest member of the temple’s fraternal order, and nothing at all like Father Olufemi.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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