lineage

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These kinship networks were largely organized through maternal lines, with one mitochondrial lineage dominating, pointing to a key role for women in maintaining family continuity and coordinating movement.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

The first single from “Kiss All the Time”—its opening track, “Aperture”—is in this lineage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

He studied in a seminary in Qom after his service with the Revolutionary Guard and wears the black turban of a sayyid, indicating that he traces his lineage to the prophet Muhammad.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

It’s also a reminder of her family’s incredible story along with a subtle invitation to reassess her place in that lineage.

From Salon • Jan. 27, 2022

“Heldred. His sons were Heldim and Heldar. Would you like his entire lineage, or should I get to the point?”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss