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family

[fam-uh-lee, fam-lee] / ˈfæm ə li, ˈfæm li /


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When he bought his first home in Zug 25 years ago, it was a typical small town and affordable for a young family, Zimmermann said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

With her death, the Thai royal family has lost its most visibly accomplished member, and someone who might have played a pivotal role in an as yet unclear succession.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Now, it’s virtually impossible for locals to live at the same level without special connections or family property, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The Patel family waited another month before they could cremate her remains, postponing Ashok's last rites so they could be done together.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“Wes is a really nice guy, and he has a family that depends on him,” I say out loud.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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