family reunification

American  

[fam-uh-lee ree-yoo-nuh-fi-key-shuhn, fam-lee] / ˈfæm ə li riˌju nə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən, ˈfæm li /

noun

1. the act or process of bringing family members back together after a separation, especially the reuniting of spouses with each other, children with their parents, and elderly or dependent relatives with their caretakers.

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Etymology

Origin of family reunification

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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family reunification

María Corina Machado, emphasizing family reunification, won her primary with 93% support.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 6, 2026

Since 2023, Finland has introduced stricter requirements for obtaining asylum, residence permits, family reunification and citizenship, though it welcomes work-based immigration.

From Barron's ● Nov. 1, 2025

The family reunification principle allows for the admission of close relatives of adult U.S. citizens and of current green-card holders.

From Slate ● Jul. 1, 2025

More than 8,300 family members of US citizens are ready for an interview in Afghanistan, with more than 11,400 others awaiting family reunification, according to US Department of State data shared by AfghanEvac.

From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2025

“In California, child welfare services are administered by counties, who have broad discretion in how they design family reunification programs. Each county is unique and serves a unique population,” Mier said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2024