extended family

Example Sentences

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In one scene, Sensei Sergio introduces Ferguson to his extended family -- and to some of the migrants he hides so they can avoid arrest.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

His son, Dan Levy, who co-created and starred in “Schitt’s Creek,” said his TV mom was extended family.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

It brings groups of foster families together so they can provide advice, support and respite care for each other, like an extended family.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

He also grew up in New Orleans, and often traveled that same countryside while visiting his extended family in nearby Belle Rose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

In effect, a band is an extended family or several related extended families.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond