grandfather

Example Sentences

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My Jewish grandfather, born in Palestine, was considered Palestinian.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Contributing to research felt personal for the healthcare worker after his grandfather died from dementia in 2020.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Neighbor Karen Banuelos told The Times that the grandfather of the children spoke to another neighbor and revealed what happened.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The programme also saw her delve into rumours of a family murder and learn why her grandfather was put up for adoption, despite having loving parents and siblings.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

“Your parents just choose whatever they like the sound of. Or sometimes it’s in the family—your grandfather, or great-aunt. Someone safely dead, usually.”

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell