grandfather

Example Sentences

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The first reigning British sovereign to set foot in America was my grandfather, King George VI. He visited in 1939 with my beloved grandmother, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

His grandfather died before he was born, but his grandmother lived nearby and visited often.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Lucciano told the Britain's Got Talent judges his love for singing came from performing at care homes with his grandfather Frankie during school holidays.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

He then surprised the audience and his grandfather by asking if he could join him on stage.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

I am blessed to have a grandfather who is so good to me.

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar