extended family

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Americans are more likely than people in other countries to move frequently and live far from extended family.

From Science Daily

Now the women describe themselves as extended family.

From BBC

“Foster placement. Or sometimes extended family checks you out.”

From Literature

She is still closely connected to her roots, visiting Serbia annually, both the capital of Belgrade and the southern town of Leskovac, where she has extended family.

From Barron's

Geber offers this advice for deciding who to appoint: “Start exploring professional fiduciaries and extended family members. Look at the children of your friends,” she said.

From MarketWatch