en famille
Americanadverb
adverb
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with one's family; at home
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in a casual way; informally
Etymology
Origin of en famille
First recorded in 1720–30; cf. in ( def. ), family ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Him: “Yes, well, she says flippant things a lot, so we’ve decided en famille that she just gets to do that indefinitely.”
From Slate ● Dec. 17, 2018
Don’t give your already-loud relatives a reason to argue about why you should make an exception for them by explaining your husband-to-be feels overwhelmed by them en famille.
From Slate ● May 10, 2017
“It’s only the second time I’ve ever left the baby,” says Winslet, who typically travels en famille and plans her films around school schedules.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2015
Finally, before you go away en famille, here’s Zoe William’s guide to surviving an intense week or two with your nearest and dearest.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 22, 2014
"You see, Miss Harriet, we treat you quite en famille," said Mrs. Accleton.
From Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners by Eliza Leslie
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