sisterly
Example Sentences
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“Good morning, dear,” Aunt Kitty began in her warm way, embracing Mrs. Maroney with sisterly affection, then patting angelic-looking Flora on her curly head.
From Literature
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They rewarded fans with a high-voltage set, full of delirious hooks and crisp choreography, while highlighting their sisterly bond.
From BBC
Two sisters competing in Race Across the World have said taking part in the tough contest has strengthened their sisterly bond.
From BBC
"It was incredibly difficult to let her do that for me," she says, "it's a huge act of sisterly love."
From BBC
Their support feels like the sisterly relationship I write about not having so much throughout the book.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.