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Recent Examples of extended family
The new series brings back the grown-up and extended family together for Hal and Lois's 40th wedding anniversary, and is written by the original show's creator Linwood Boomer.
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Renfrow Smith is survived by her daughter, Alice Frances Smith, and extended family across several generations.
—Nick El Hajj, Des Moines Register, 5 Jan. 2026
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
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Renfrow Smith is survived by her daughter, Alice Frances Smith, and extended family across several generations.
—Nick El Hajj, Des Moines Register, 5 Jan. 2026
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extended family
Noun
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Nonetheless, even the proposals alone could affect imports of some apparel, appliances and other household goods.—
Allie Canal,
NBC news,
10 June 2026
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What another rate hike could mean for consumers For most households, a single quarter-point rate hike wouldn’t dramatically change monthly expenses overnight.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The third attack occurred on May 12 at a house that is owned by the prime minister.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Jones will enter the competition in camp after missing part of the spring with an ankle injury suffered while moving into his new house.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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“Extended family.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extended%20family. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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