Example Sentences

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But just before the credits roll comes a tribute: “This film is dedicated to Kelly, Jett, Ben and Ella, my mother and father, my brothers and sisters, all of whom are my life’s inspiration.”

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Get ready for lots of Clausen cousins, brothers and sisters playing football in the coming years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

The McCook brothers, from Urbal Road in Dervock, were sentenced to four years in prison - two in custody and two on licence - for assisting an offender.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The brothers last year brought their lobbying campaign directly to Brian Quintenz, whom Trump initially nominated to lead the agency, according to messages posted on X by Quintenz.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

People had starved, even one of Da’s brothers.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff