relatives

Example Sentences

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McCluskie’s family came from Scotland and Italy; Becerra’s relatives came from Mexico.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

The helpers could be grandparents, older siblings, or other relatives or community members.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

A Russian activist told AFP that she has allowed 10 Ukrainians to use her number to write to their relatives.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

His father Sisir Adhikari was a veteran MP and the family built a political network across parts of coastal West Bengal, with several relatives holding elected office over the years.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

“I’ll try to find the nuns at your school—I’m sure you’d like that. I’ll visit the place you lived and talk to your friends. Did you ever meet Father’s relatives? I hope they like me.”

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer