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sibling

[sib-ling] / ˈsɪb lɪŋ /
NOUN
sister or brother
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“In this scenario, I am the ‘other’ sibling, and although it was purely accidental, that didn’t make it hurt any less,” she wrote.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

The actor’s real-life brother, Nathan Monterroso, and father, Juan Carlos Monterroso, portrayed Valentina’s sibling and parent on screen.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Another option is to change the beneficiary and have any leftover money go to a sibling or other family member.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Zabaglio’s brother, Jamie, visited from Washington and performed a witty free-form comedy act only a few slots after his sibling.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Scott snuck glances her way too, but where Mom’s eyes were filled with concern and confusion, Scott looked at George as if his sibling made sense to him for the first time.

From "George" by Alex Gino




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