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Explaining "Blood is thicker than water"
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Anwar Kareem 31/10/2024, 03:29
Anwar Kareem 31/10/2024, 03:29English.me team member
What does it mean?
The phrase "Blood is thicker than water" means that family relationships are stronger and more important than relationships with people outside of the family.
Tone
The tone of the phrase is assertive and suggests loyalty and duty.
Origin
The phrase is believed to have originated as a proverb in English in the 19th century, although similar expressions have been found in earlier texts.
Examples of usage
- Even though they had a rough past, when he needed help, his sister was there for him, proving that blood is thicker than water.
- She decided to move back to her hometown to be close to her family, illustrating her belief that blood is thicker than water.
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