- plural of family.
families
Americannoun
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Their bodies, however, were not found for another week, when their families were able to identify them.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
It’s uncomfortable to acknowledge this—most people prefer to keep up the pretense that all families have tight, loving relationships—but it’s the reality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026
A huge league game in Orange County between host San Clemente and Mission Viejo has been canceled “due to close proximity fires and families affected,” according to an X post.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
His government had already increased payments under Bolsa Familia, Brazil's flagship welfare program for low-income families, before the first round.
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026
Patrons— families with young children, groups of chattering friends, couples on dates, and solo diners—sit at green picnic tables, their plates piled with food.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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