blood relative

Example Sentences

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Eventually, the DNA results confirmed Hala was a blood relative - the sister of Afraa's father - and the little girl was discharged from hospital.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2023

They want to adopt Seraphim, their blood relative, his aunt and uncle said.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2022

Mathieson said it was “exhilarating” to discover a blood relative and gain a tangible connection to her biological roots despite not knowing her true name, birthdate or hometown.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 10, 2022

But when Chloe found her cousin — the first blood relative that she had ever known — I watched it awaken this dormant curiosity in her, and I watched it in all the girls.

From Salon • Oct. 20, 2021

I’m not sure what I am most: embarrassed or freaked out or just knocked to my senses by seeing a forgotten blood relative.

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle