family way
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She added: "Rob showed people in a human way and in a family way how MND affects someone".
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2024
The "family way," you see, involves rarely, if ever, interacting with one's children.
From Salon • May 22, 2023
It sent her coupons for maternity wear and baby items, much to the consternation of her parents, who had no idea their daughter was in a family way.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2020
Except to say we will get through this my way — the family way.
From Washington Post • Oct. 21, 2015
"Look, this is not my problem. You all can sort out your family squabbles and leave my family way out of it."
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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