- plural of family.
families
Americannoun
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UN children's fund official Abiodun Banire said displaced families needed psycho-social support services and basic supplies "so that they can get a sense of normalcy while they are going through this difficult situation".
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
Most big, expensive cities are seeing a fall in child numbers as families struggle to cover the cost of living.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
"We work with families to help them out of poverty in addressing issues around housing or employability or, in some cases, addiction issues or childcare issues," he said.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
Many families say the insurer refused to test their homes for toxins left by smoke.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026
For thirty years she had worked as a governess in wealthy families and she continually compared our behavior with that of the young ladies and gentlemen she was used to.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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