relatives

Example Sentences

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Relatives and friends have been shocked at the allegations that these young men decided to throw away their promising lives.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

The trio later took the name Ronnie and the Relatives and finally, in 1963, they became the Ronettes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

Relatives of those killed in the 1989 spoke of their ordeal at the appeal trial last week.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Relatives of the victims were also present, along with representatives of Scottish law enforcement, who have been partners in the investigation with their American counterparts.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Relatives need gas money, friends could use help with the rent.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times