family life
noun
: the kind of life a person normally leads when one is married and has children
He enjoys family life.
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Sanford and Son was groundbreaking in offering a glimpse into Black family life rarely seen on network television at the time.
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Chloe Veltman, NPR, 31 Jan. 2026
Nevils has stayed primarily out of the spotlight, keeping her family life private.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
In the same way, expect JD Vance to try different things to reshore manufacturing, to create a better atmosphere for family life and the raising of children, and to keep America out of new military conflicts.
—Frank Devito, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Jan. 2026
Based in Denver, Rich balances his professional pursuits with family life, enjoying outdoor activities with his wife and two sons.
—Rich Tabaka, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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Chloe Veltman, NPR, 31 Jan. 2026
Nevils has stayed primarily out of the spotlight, keeping her family life private.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
In the same way, expect JD Vance to try different things to reshore manufacturing, to create a better atmosphere for family life and the raising of children, and to keep America out of new military conflicts.
—Frank Devito, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Jan. 2026
Based in Denver, Rich balances his professional pursuits with family life, enjoying outdoor activities with his wife and two sons.
—Rich Tabaka, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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“Family life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/family%20life. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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