be one of the family

Example Sentences

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"Yes; but I shall not be one of the family," Jeanne said.

From In the Reign of Terror by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)

He should be one of the family, living on equal terms with the others, and their constant companion.

From Atlantic Classics, Second Series by Addams, Jane

As I am to be one of the family, I'll tell you.

From The Bread-winners A Social Study by Hay, John

I wish you to be one of the family, Miss Melville; to visit and go to public places with Mrs. Phillips.

From Mr. Hogarth's Will by Spence, Catherine Helen

"You needn't call her Miss Godden, ma," said Albert, "she's going to be one of the family."

From Joanna Godden by Kaye-Smith, Sheila