ancestor

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Researchers at MIT have uncovered new chemical clues in extremely old rocks that suggest some of the earliest animals on Earth were likely ancestors of modern sea sponges.

From Science Daily

Releford, a podiatric surgeon, singer and author committed to reconnecting communities to land and food, often reflects on whether his ancestors would be proud.

From Los Angeles Times

Deputy Prime Minister Hun Many told reporters the return of the artefacts was a matter of "national pride" because the pieces "connect the national soul from our ancestors' era to the current time".

From Barron's

And for centuries too, Major Puff’s ancestors have led the way to victory each and every time.

From Literature

It is true that he is the first member of the royal family to be arrested since his ancestor King Charles I was tried and executed at Westminster in 1649.

From The Wall Street Journal