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uncle

[uhng-kuhl] / ˈʌŋ kəl /






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“This looks like the role of a lifetime for you,” says Jing-nan’s uncle, a cheerful crook who wants his nephew to inform him of any illicit activities at the plant.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 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

The crash killed 1-year-old Roger Sandoval and his uncle, 25-year-old Oswaldo Sandoval.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

"Beyond his professional achievements, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle," the actor's family said in a tribute.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

He was nobody’s uncle that anybody knew of, but folks respected him.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney




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