relatives
Example Sentences
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His mother, he says, deals with self-esteem issues because her identity has for so long been reduced to being a caretaker for elderly relatives, who, inevitably, pass away — leaving her feeling like a failure.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
This small group of ancient crocodile relatives evolved body plans that closely resembled bipedal theropod dinosaurs, despite belonging to a very different branch of the reptile family tree.
From Science Daily • May 29, 2026
Among them were lagerpetids, small bipedal relatives of dinosaurs whose descendants would eventually evolve into pterosaurs.
From Science Daily • May 29, 2026
Residents could be heard calling out to neighbours and relatives to check on their safety as rescue crews rushed in.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
With the emotional heft of dead friends and relatives behind her, she explained away any doubts or spirit inconsistencies to believers and the spiritual press.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
