family name
Example Sentences
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The Epstein scandal threatens to deepen a divide among the descendants at a time when the two remaining banks bearing the family name are increasingly in competition.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Others, however, suggest Brooklyn is spoiled, has taken advantage of the family name himself, and shouldn't post on social media about his desire for privacy.
From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026
"We're happy Trump is coming," said Michael, a Swiss real estate executive who declined to give his family name, adding that he has made the trek to Davos for the past 25 years.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
Both have responded to jabs from outside groups, with Grijalva being accused of running on her family name.
From Salon • Jul. 13, 2025
They would leave the questions of lineage, clan, and family name to the people in the village, to someone like Auntie who had to know everything about anyone.
From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko
