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family

[fam-uh-lee, fam-lee] / ˈfæm ə li, ˈfæm li /


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One is Petraq Balliu, 61, who has been in court for over two decades to win back land he says his family bought in 1933, and then used it to graze sheep, mules and horses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The decision ends a nine-week trial in which a jury decided the family of Mark and Jacob Iskander are owed nearly $200 million overall for the tragic September 2020 crash.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The Delta direct flight to Boston was special for one family, who managed to secure match tickets mid-flight.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“We’ve seen repeated news stories about the rising price of eggs and other groceries, and the impact it’s having on family budgets,” Bernal said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

In the first, E stood alone, in clothes made for her and passed down from family.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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