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grandfather

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


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They were initially put into a childcare facility, but in October 2023 their grandfather was given temporary custody.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Their grandfather has been fighting for them to stay with him.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The lushly poetic text by Alberto Arvelo Torrealba happens to have been written by the grandfather of one of Dudamel’s closest collaborators, film and theater director Alberto Alvero, who directed the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

A former PulteGroup board member told the Detroit Free Press in 2021 that many board members “didn’t think his experience was extensive enough” when his grandfather installed Pulte on the board.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

“Princess,” Jack’s grandfather said by way of greeting, his face now a much healthier color.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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