- plural of family.
families
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The BBC has been speaking to some families in which bereaved relatives were married.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
It is the only opportunity for British families to have a voice in the legal process.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
New schools like UC Merced and Cal State Channel Islands have been draws for Latino students who are often the first in their families to attend college.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
Several impacted families voiced anger that Law would not face trial for murder, arguing he should be held directly responsible for prematurely ending the lives of mostly young, vulnerable people.
From Barron's
No, thirty-six families, Jonah thought, with a sudden lump in his throat.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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