uncle

Example Sentences

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“It’s an addiction,” says Carlos Moyá, a constant presence in the series and, it is implied, a factor in Mr. Nadal’s separation from his lifelong coach, his uncle Toni Nadal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

As the investigation continued, police questioned Jonathan's two sisters and uncle.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

That is, until an affectionate aunt and uncle, the Gardiners, intervene on Mary’s behalf, inviting her to London and a fresh start.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

When his uncle began searching, he disappeared as well.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

He could see his aunt clucking her tongue and sighing heavily and his uncle giving one of his looks.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman