aunt

Example Sentences

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My son is buying his first home, and his grandmother, aunt and I are giving him $20,000 for the down payment.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

That is, until an affectionate aunt and uncle, the Gardiners, intervene on Mary’s behalf, inviting her to London and a fresh start.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

When Perla rejects Ulises’ practiced advances, he enlists the aid of her put-upon niece, who longs to escape both her demanding aunt and the decaying mansion that entraps her.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The woman to the right is Susan's aunt.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

My aunt glances in her direction a few times but doesn’t correct her table manners.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller