paternal
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Ms. Saxbe uncovers clues about how maternal and paternal brains are restructured by childbirth, correlated to a “stronger attunement” with infants.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
Its reality format allows for perfect projection and escapism: no coordinating specialists and home care agencies, certainly no paternal tantrums.
From Salon • Jun. 15, 2026
The paternal instinct comes naturally for Hernández, who has taken the time off to enjoy his wife and his two children, including his son who was born in February.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
The movie, about memories of paternal love estrangement and loss, made history and received international accolades as the first Nigerian film to be an official selection at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in 2025.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
His paternal tone irked me to no end, and that helped to steel my resolve.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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It's All in the Family
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