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brotherly

[bruhth-er-lee] / ˈbrʌð ər li /


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“Australia, New Zealand: We love that brotherly banter,” Andy Stone said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

“Very fruitful visit to Pakistan, whose good offices and brotherly efforts to bring back peace to our region we very much value,” Abbas Araghchi said External link.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

Moreover, there was a brotherly bond among the players, reflected in Jones’ vociferous defense of his quarterback.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

“That brotherly love relationship did not reflect itself on the political side,” said Rice University’s Pacheco.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

But in all the stories they play an unimportant part except in the account of Castor’s death, when Pollux proved his brotherly devotion.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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