great-niece
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of great-niece
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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She ran into the kitchen and threw herself in front of her great-niece.
From Literature
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And true to her intentions, the reel caught the attention of Maiya Sykes, an L.A.-based performer and Whitten’s great-niece, who offered Frank a more personal understanding of the designer.
From Los Angeles Times
Sources have told US media that James bought the home for her great-niece in 2020 and that the relative never paid rent for the home.
From BBC
Her great-niece, Stephanie Bell, described her as a greatly positive person who is "always living life to the full".
From BBC
The new baby, Athena, is the grandchild of the Duke and Duchess of York and a great-niece to King Charles.
From BBC
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