grandfather

Example Sentences

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Rainer never met his grandfather, who died shortly before he was born in 1961.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Kani thinks about his role in this production somewhat like his role as a grandfather.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

“I had the privilege of growing up and seeing amazing mariachi musicians like my father, uncles and grandfather performing at a restaurant on the weekends, during birthday parties and quinceaneras,” said Hernandez.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Magyar’s grandfather, Pal Eross, was a judge on the communist-era supreme court and a famous television personality.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

They arrived in 1965, and it was in the creek that young Sena found his joy again, and the spirit of his dear grandfather.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo