surrogate
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Hally is quick to take a superior tone with Sam and Willie, but the truth is that Sam has been a surrogate father to him.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
The singer welcomed her third child with her husband, Daryl Sabara, via surrogate in January.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Since Walter Mondale, vice presidents have come to view their role as that of top adviser to the president—senior troubleshooter, constant surrogate, head of a few special “portfolios.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
It proved to be successful, although a surrogate would still be needed.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Scaramouche turned out to be not only a good coach but a confidant and a surrogate father.
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
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