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fraternal

[fruh-tur-nl] / frəˈtɜr nl /
ADJECTIVE
brotherly
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The Oguntoyes have some physical differences, being fraternal twins, but their wives are identical.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

The research followed about 880 people, including both identical and fraternal twins.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

When community members aren’t arguing, the vibe is generally extremely supportive and fraternal.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

The sense that firefighters are retreating behind a fraternal code of silence is fueling an intense anger among Palisadians.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

This reporter was present at the first meeting of the newly formed Manifest Township Committee, on which a member of each fraternal organization holds a seat.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool




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