father

Example Sentences

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"I love the monarchy because my parents divorced when I was very young. Rama IX was like a father figure to me," she said, referring to the former king.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

He grew up in Granada Hills and Calabasas; his Iranian father and Norwegian mother envisioned a doctor, lawyer or engineer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

He recalls how his father was lauded when he handed over the key of the intact historic yeshiva after Israel captured East Jerusalem.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

She is also far less popular than her father ever was, losing three past elections and barely capturing this one.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

‘Before he died,’ said Torak, ‘my father made me swear an oath. To find the Mountain, or die trying.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver