as in family
a group of persons who come from the same ancestor
the wedding joined the two tribes together
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Recent Examples of tribe
In 1973, members of the American Indian Movement and the Oglala Lakota tribe, who had occupied the South Dakota hamlet of Wounded Knee for 10 weeks, surrendered to federal authorities.
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Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Several tribes from across the state took part in the vigil.
—Irene Gonzalez, CBS News, 7 May 2026
Having reported on the show since its 2018 inception, this writer has documented Gem Genève’s evolution from a start-up into a gathering of the globe’s jewelry tribes that is drawing 249 exhibitors this year.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 7 May 2026
Meanwhile, on the second tribe, Ozzy Lusth went home with a hidden immunity idol in his pocket.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
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Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Several tribes from across the state took part in the vigil.
—Irene Gonzalez, CBS News, 7 May 2026
Having reported on the show since its 2018 inception, this writer has documented Gem Genève’s evolution from a start-up into a gathering of the globe’s jewelry tribes that is drawing 249 exhibitors this year.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 7 May 2026
Meanwhile, on the second tribe, Ozzy Lusth went home with a hidden immunity idol in his pocket.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tribe
Noun
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Aspen Wooten, a talented tennis prodigy who moved from Memphis to Lake Nona with her family as a ninth grader, had accomplished just about everything available in her four-year high school career — including winning more than 100 matches.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Knowing that my picture, whether flattering or not, is going to be posted (or shared with our family) is extremely daunting.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In hindsight, this was NOT exactly a great idea for the clan.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Take a walk to Chew Jetty, a historic waterfront settlement of stilt houses built by Chinese immigrants in the 19th century; visit Little India, with its heady, culture-melding atmosphere; or make a day doing the rounds of clan temples (Khoo Kongsi included) and Peranakan mansions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Two rooms in the Soukana and Delos accommodation blocks are wheelchair accessible, and one of the two-storey Madrague houses has a ground floor bathroom and sofa bed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Businessman and real estate agent Dan Thornberg has an intriguing sales pitch for a house he’s just listed.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
Noun
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There’s already a Lake George in Hammond where folks fish for bass.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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That is exactly what Delany-Brumsey did in her time at Fountain House, a leading nonprofit which uses the successful clubhouse model for such folks.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
6 May 2026
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“Tribe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tribe. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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