filial

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As Hyllus, the son of Hercules and Dejanira, David Portillo was similarly impressive, his bright, easy tenor and excellent diction assets in his ardent filial devotion and wooing of Iole.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Hell, most Old Testament patriarchs aren’t as demanding of loyalty and filial supplication as Rupert Murdoch, save for God himself.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

Mrie’s father had other ideas: Their filial obligation was to marry another well-connected Alawite — or risk losing their inheritance.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

For generations, China has relied on filial piety to fill the gaps in elderly care.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2024

“Why, indeed; he does seem to have had some filial scruples on that head, as you will hear.”

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen