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family reunification

American

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

noun

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.

Etymology

Origin of family reunification

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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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

So it was pretty clear at the time that this was not some grand, benevolent family reunification project.

From Slate • Sep. 13, 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

Parenting classes may be just “one of many services” that contribute to successful family reunification, she said, and the onus is on California’s 58 counties in lieu of a statewide mandate for good reason.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 4, 2024

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