grandfather

Example Sentences

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A newlywed bride was given the gift of two weddings in two days so her grandfather with dementia could walk her down the aisle from his care home.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

His grandfather set him up with an internship at an investment firm.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

He is a longtime bodyguard and chief aide to his grandfather.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

His maternal grandfather served time in prison for armed robbery, whilst his grandfather on his father's side was a "traditional working-class Tory" who had served in the Navy during the Second World War.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“Things already look ugly,” Jack’s grandfather said, tapping Robert with his foot.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley