extended family

Definition of extended familynext
as in household
those who live as a family in one house their extended family includes a grandmother and widowed aunt

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Recent Examples of extended family Pediatricians can help families anticipate these challenges and partner in problem-solving ahead of extended family time. Dr. Ellen S. Rome, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2025 The school, located about 70 miles south of Wichita, wanted to avoid the continued spread as students were likely to be seeing extended families soon. Doha Madani, NBC news, 17 Dec. 2025 Please keep his wife Sarah, their children, my parents and extended family in your prayers. Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 18 Sep. 2025 Most of us are supporting more than just ourselves – kids, elderly parents, sometimes extended family too. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 7 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for extended family
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extended family
Noun
  • The top 25% of households are doing pretty well.
    Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
  • But Yale said the move to raise the limit to $100,000 means nearly half of American households with children ages 6 to 17 will qualify for all education expenses being covered.
    Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The fire broke out in the predawn hours Tuesday in a large house in the 11300 block of South Forest Avenue.
    Adam Harrington, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
  • That contrasts with traditional bespoke or site-built houses, put up mostly on the property.
    The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 27 Jan. 2026

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“Extended family.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extended%20family. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.

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