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grandfather

[gran-fah-ther, grand-] / ˈgrænˌfɑ ðər, ˈgrænd- /


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“I think your grandfather probably would be really happy with that,” Barron said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Born in the Uzbek capital, he learned with his grandfather as his coach and soon became one of the fastest risers in chess history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"My grandfather started this, then my father, and now it's my turn," the 49-year-old said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

A 74-year-old grandfather who is set to run three marathons in 14 days in memory of his daughter has said he will only stop running when they find a cure for bowel cancer.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Jack would go back to his grandfather, while May and Phillip went back to their royal lives.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley