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families

American  
[fam-uh-leez, fam-leez] / ˈfæm ə liz, ˈfæm liz /

noun

  1. the plural of family.


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“Instead they have been presented with a decision that demonstrates a profound disregard for the victims, their families, and the prosecutors who dedicated themselves to seeking justice on their behalf.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2026

“California will keep fighting to do right by the families of Southeast Los Angeles.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026

First elected to the Senate in 1984, he helped establish the Children's Health Insurance Program in 1997, extending coverage to millions of children from low-income families.

From Barron's ● Nov. 6, 2026

The families also say their grief has been made worse by how police have handled their loved ones' remains and belongings since the fire.

From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026

For the first time, families in Rochester had household staff, elegant evening clothes, and places to wear them.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

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