father figure
Example Sentences
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Anthony Head, the British television actor who had roles in “Ted Lasso,” “Merlin” and most notably father figure Rupert Giles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” has died, his family announced Friday.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
He also lacked a father figure growing up, as his father was not involved in raising him.
From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026
Army colonel Lee Shaw, her team’s father figure, in the monster realm they call Axis Mundi.
From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026
"She was looking for a father figure to speak to and confide in and from whom to get guidance," the tribunal said.
From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026
Don’t look for some sad tale of the father figure I’m missing or how he left when blah, blah, blah.
From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon
