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Remote Ancestors

Definition:

Remote ancestors refer to individuals who are far removed in time from a person's present generation, typically belonging to past generations.

Senses:

1. Plural noun: Distant predecessors or forebears of someone in their family lineage.
2. Idiom: Used figuratively to describe ancient origins or origins from a far-off past.

Sample Sentences:

• My remote ancestors migrated to this country several centuries ago.
• Although he didn't know much about his remote ancestors, he was proud of his cultural heritage.
• The idea of human civilization has its remote ancestors in the earliest stages of societal development.

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