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as in related
having a close connection like that between family members
archaeology and the kindred science of anthropology
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as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
finally found people who were kindred spirits when she joined the hiking club
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as in family
a group of persons who come from the same ancestor
the kingdom's royal kindred actually numbers in the thousands
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Recent Examples of kindred
Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
Another approach, aesthetically antithetical but practically kindred, uses digital means for figurative hyper-similitude.
—Glenn Adamson, ARTnews.com, 16 Dec. 2024
Nnamdi Madichie, Quartz, 29 Apr. 2021
Hellboy and his team face an underworld prince who plans to awaken a lethal army and use it to reclaim Earth for his magical kindred.
—Ed Stockly, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2021
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Adjective
The West Virginia native who grew up in a small mountain town felt a kindred community in Altadena and wanted to offer his version of a neighborhood restaurant there.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
Another approach, aesthetically antithetical but practically kindred, uses digital means for figurative hyper-similitude.
—Glenn Adamson, ARTnews.com, 16 Dec. 2024
Noun
Third, there is the moderating role of the Umunna (sons of the land), Umuada (daughters of the land) and Ikwu (members of a kindred).
—Nnamdi Madichie, Quartz, 29 Apr. 2021
Hellboy and his team face an underworld prince who plans to awaken a lethal army and use it to reclaim Earth for his magical kindred.
—Ed Stockly, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kindred
Adjective
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But seven of the instances involved chimpanzees providing care to others, and in four of those cases, the animals weren’t closely related.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 May 2025
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Anyway, Minnesota has now started down its path to protecting the free speech and related rights through the UPEPA.—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Check your manufacturer's instructions: Always verify that your air fryer and glass dish are compatible to prevent any issues.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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The glasses are compatible with Siri, Cortana and Google.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Here's when to pay up, and when to walk away These 12 family beach resorts go way beyond sandcastles and sunscreen Cruise cabin math: When booking two rooms makes more sense than one This story was updated to add new information.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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For instance, a business outlet would be interested in news of a family entertainment center expanding its locations, but a cybersecurity publication wouldn’t be unless there is a relevant angle, such as new data security innovations happening to protect customer data.—
Jason Mudd,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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As the White House prepares to negotiate tariffs with various allied nations, technology observers are concerned guardrails will be ignored.—
Miranda Nazzaro,
The Hill,
20 May 2025
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The statements from allied countries were a distinct contrast from the early days after the 2023 attack, when governments rushed to back Israel.—
Aaron Boxerman,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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The unanimous vote said Oakridge can’t simply proceed, but instead would have to through the formal review process of applying for a zoning permit.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
15 May 2025
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That's because 127 years ago, the Supreme Court ruled to the contrary by a unanimous vote.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
15 May 2025
Noun
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After they were divided into three tribes – Civa, Vula, and Lagi – the contestants got to work outwitting and outplaying one another, as well as forming alliances (including Eva and Joe’s, as well as Kyle and Kamilla’s partnership).—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Governor Kathy Hochul on Tuesday formally apologized for New York’s role in operating an upstate boarding school in which Native American children from tribes across the state were forced to assimilate into American society while being subjected to physical and psychological abuse.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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Armed with demo tapes and unflappable ambition, Killings trekked from city to city, chasing his big break at the celebrated Jack The Rapper Conventions — a cornerstone of hip-hop culture that, for over two decades, united Black executives, DJs and artists under one roof.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
19 May 2025
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Assuming Democrats remain united against the bill, Republicans can afford to lose no more than three votes in either the House or the Senate.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
16 May 2025
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As boss Richie Stevenson looks to pin blame, patriarch Conrad Harrigan gathers his clan with a plan.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 May 2025
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It’s been three years, but our favorite sleuthing goth teenager Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) is finally back, as is the rest of her clan.—
Maira Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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“Kindred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kindred. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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