family values
plural noun
: values especially of a traditional or conservative kind which are held to promote the sound functioning of the family and to strengthen the fabric of society
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David Henrie shared that Billie has grown up differently than the Russo’s and is not used to the Russo family values at all which is going to create a very fun and interesting dynamic on screen.
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Stephanie Andrade, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2024
The stratosphere of hip-hop entertainers and commentators is dotted with toxicity masquerading as family values.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2024
The veteran journalist shared that her parents, Harvey and Juliet Welker, instilled in her a strong sense of family values and the importance of hard work.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 25 Oct. 2024
His solid core of family values and faith that anchor him today were largely molded by his mother, late cousin Yerwi Guillén and D-backs director of player development Mike Bell, who passed away in 2021.
—Candace Oehler, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
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Stephanie Andrade, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2024
The stratosphere of hip-hop entertainers and commentators is dotted with toxicity masquerading as family values.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2024
The veteran journalist shared that her parents, Harvey and Juliet Welker, instilled in her a strong sense of family values and the importance of hard work.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 25 Oct. 2024
His solid core of family values and faith that anchor him today were largely molded by his mother, late cousin Yerwi Guillén and D-backs director of player development Mike Bell, who passed away in 2021.
—Candace Oehler, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
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“Family values.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/family%20values. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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