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brethren

[breth-rin] / ˈbrɛð rɪn /
NOUN
male sibling
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They then discovered a temperature-sensitive genetic switch that synchronizes the production of the toxins with the production of the secretion system, and turns "normal" cells into their soldier brethren.

From Science Daily

There is one kind of mall that has never stumbled and fallen like its massive brethren.

From Los Angeles Times

With O'Connor's nomination confirmed, "the brethren" lost their 191-year monopoly on the Supreme Court.

From BBC

Until then, the justices were known as “the brethren,” the nine men who had the final word on the meaning of the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

Like its brethren, the action takes place in a fantasy kingdom rocked with demons, ghouls, and other nefarious foes for players to fight.

From Washington Times