kinship

Example Sentences

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These kinship networks were largely organized through maternal lines, with one mitochondrial lineage dominating, pointing to a key role for women in maintaining family continuity and coordinating movement.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

Spouses are exempt everywhere, while children, siblings, and others may pay between 0% and 16% depending on the state and kinship.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

Heated Rivalry has an undeniable kinship with Asian Boys' Love stories, says Anna, a BL enthusiast since she was a teen.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Thia struggles to name the feeling that she feels for Tessa, but understands that their kinship is innate and special.

From Salon • Jan. 24, 2026

Now, as the boy’s pain soaked through my shirt, I saw that a kinship had taken root between us too.

From "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini