parentage

Example Sentences

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Uthmeier’s theory would render this presumption unconstitutional, because it allows a non-biological father to assert parentage while severing the biological father’s claim to the child.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

He sought to invalidate the surrogacy contract as unconstitutional, denying the couple’s claim of parentage over their child.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

They are still trying to determine the precise connection of parentage between the victims, Smith said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

An uprising typically has a long parentage and, if effective enough, can leave behind many like-minded descendants.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

DRACO: These rumors — about my son’s parentage — they don’t seem to be going away.

From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling