families

[ fam-uh-leez, fam-leez ]

noun

1. the plural of family.

Example Sentences

This season with Aidan and Carrie and my character and the family, we get to explore things that real families are struggling with, and so that propels Carrie into the world of harder conversation.

From Salon

They added: "Our hearts go out to all other families who have been affected by this terrible tragedy."

From BBC

As the implications dawn on many such families, there are warnings of lower investment, lower employment, lower growth and the potential takeover of a vital part of the economy by big, and often foreign, corporates.

From BBC

It disproportionately affects children who are racial minorities, come from low-income families or have special needs.

From Los Angeles Times

“This is a community of hard-working families, and they were ignored for years,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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• folk
• group
• house
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