uncle

Example Sentences

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He also said Soleimani Afshar had previously shown him photos of her next to high-ranking people in the Iranian military, stating that one of them was her uncle.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“That was never what I wanted. It’s not what my father, grandfather or uncle wanted.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

His uncle said Shrestha had been saving up to rebuild his parents' home after it had been damaged in an earthquake in 2015 that killed hundreds.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

His love of motorbikes began when his uncle looked after him during his dad's illness.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

His aunt and uncle are as related to him as Aunt and Uncle are to us.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler