as in household
of or relating to a household or family
it's a familial duty as well as a tradition for everyone in my family to eat dinner together
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Recent Examples of familial
However, when the researchers adjusted the findings for other factors that can affect risk for the conditions, known as confounders — such as genetic and familial influences and the reasons for taking antidepressants — most links significantly weakened or disappeared.
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Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
The novel demonstrates that even the unspeakable—civil war, familial grief—can be named through a close, humanizing narrative voice.
—Time, 12 May 2026
Those accusations are easy to level, given their familial connection, but the fact Andy Howe is still at the club and has a senior executive title suggests his work and input has been valued by at least some within the hierarchy.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 12 May 2026
Throughout Hollywood history, a number of legendary familial duos have starred together in movies, including Uma Thurman and Maya Hawke and Andie MacDowell and Margaret Qualley.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
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Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
The novel demonstrates that even the unspeakable—civil war, familial grief—can be named through a close, humanizing narrative voice.
—Time, 12 May 2026
Those accusations are easy to level, given their familial connection, but the fact Andy Howe is still at the club and has a senior executive title suggests his work and input has been valued by at least some within the hierarchy.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 12 May 2026
Throughout Hollywood history, a number of legendary familial duos have starred together in movies, including Uma Thurman and Maya Hawke and Andie MacDowell and Margaret Qualley.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for familial
Adjective
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Poinsettias, with their vibrant red leaves, are often the star of household Christmas decorations.—
Elliott Harrell,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
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Starting October 1st, the brand is ending its Prime Invitee Program, which previously allowed non-household members to enjoy benefits like free shipping.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Bobcat fever, or Cytauxzoonosis, is a life-threatening disease for domestic cats, resembling malaria in humans.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
21 May 2026
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Philadelphia’s World Cup fan fest will offer free entry for the duration of the tournament, and there are no tailgating bans at The Linc for international and domestic fans with a game ticket and parking pass who want to get a taste of Philly’s sporting culture.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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“Familial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/familial. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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