mum

Example Sentences

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She told the BBC: "No family should go through this, no family should have to FaceTime their mum on a Friday night, and by the following Friday, organise a funeral."

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

"My mum is filling every bottle she can find in the house with water," said Mina, also in her 20s and from Tehran.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Clark, who initially thought their meeting would be brief, was invited to a private audience, along with his mum and the director of the documentary.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

"The new arrival is already able to walk around on its own but, like all baby anteaters, prefers the safety of mum for now."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“And took the rubbish out,” his mum said quietly, looking at how neat he’d left the kitchen.

From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness