ancestors
Example Sentences
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Since then, hundreds of thousands of Germans have searched the records for names of ancestors, well aware they may face unpleasant truths.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
"More fossils will help us tell the story of what happened to our ancestors a long time ago -- but because we're the survivors we know that it happened to us."
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
At some point, our ancestors began living in groups that weren’t only companions, but co-parents.
From Slate • May 10, 2026
“I still think our ancestors lived better lives. As long as there are animals to hunt and tubers to harvest, what else do I want?” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
Miss Mortimer stood back to admire the rearranged gallery of Ashton ancestors.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
