as in relative
a person connected with another by blood or marriage
we both were surprised to learn that we are distant cousins
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Recent Examples of cousin
The name for Pelago Café, the cousins say, was inspired by the neighboring Italian towns of S’antanna Pelago and Pieve Pelago, where their fathers were born and raised.
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Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
After years of treating and describing each other as cousins.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
This past summer, Katherine and her cousin spent a week hiking through pine and oak forests, island-hopping by ferry, eating post-hike Swedish meatballs, and sweating in saunas along the archipelago—covering about 62 miles across seven islands.
—AFAR Media, 11 May 2026
His many ticket-holding supporters (a fan club consisting of his father, sisters, aunt, uncle, cousins and girlfriend) were seated at a distance.
—Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 10 May 2026
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Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
After years of treating and describing each other as cousins.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
This past summer, Katherine and her cousin spent a week hiking through pine and oak forests, island-hopping by ferry, eating post-hike Swedish meatballs, and sweating in saunas along the archipelago—covering about 62 miles across seven islands.
—AFAR Media, 11 May 2026
His many ticket-holding supporters (a fan club consisting of his father, sisters, aunt, uncle, cousins and girlfriend) were seated at a distance.
—Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 10 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cousin
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Ignoring her stricken mother’s advice, Lucila decides to go back to Mexico City to mourn with her grandparents (Luisa Huertas and Guillermo Ríos) and other relatives, sneaking the deceased loved one’s ashes into her backpack.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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After about a half dozen of Coleman’s relatives spoke to the crowd of attendees, blue and white balloons were passed out and released after the count of 10 into the sky to honor Coleman.—
Samuel O'Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 May 2026
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The organization builds its operational structure through thorough case development and direct client relations, and its readiness to pursue litigation whenever required.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The law should go into effect this month, helping to fulfill President Emmanuel Macron’s 2017 promise of returning African heritage to the continent, with the hope of bolstering diplomatic relations with France’s former colonies.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
8 May 2026
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Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas did not discuss Mott’s extensive criminal history at a news conference Tuesday morning but noted that investigators were reaching out to his family and those who knew him seeking additional information about his motivations.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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The Yellowstone universe includes several spinoffs that explore the Dutton family's legacy across different generations.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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The victim was not immediately identified, pending next-of-kin notification, a UW spokesperson said.—
Austin Mullen,
NBC news,
11 May 2026
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Bischofberger became so intertwined with Warhol that at least one work by the artist was co-authored with the dealer’s kin.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
9 May 2026
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But the chief’s kinsmen failed to honor his request.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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Compared to Joshua Thompson and his kinsmen, the McAlberts of Canton were mere liegemen in the local hackerama.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Cousin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cousin. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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