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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In the 2016 presidential election, 80 percent of evangelical Christians, a constituency known for family values and concern about the nation’s moral decline, supported Donald Trump.
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Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2025
Not unlike Democrats and Republicans, while Norway's Labour Party was interested in formalizing traditionally unpaid labor done by women to grow the economy, Christian Democrats hoped the policy would support traditional family values.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
Age-Appropriate Tips for Watching ASMR At the end of the day, parents can decide whether their kids should watch ASMR based on family values and the child’s developmental stage, says Slavens.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 27 Jan. 2025
Trump made gains with Hispanic voters, which Gallegos said shows that immigration is not the dominate issue some believe, instead pointing to the economy, religion and family values.
—Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2025
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Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2025
Not unlike Democrats and Republicans, while Norway's Labour Party was interested in formalizing traditionally unpaid labor done by women to grow the economy, Christian Democrats hoped the policy would support traditional family values.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
Age-Appropriate Tips for Watching ASMR At the end of the day, parents can decide whether their kids should watch ASMR based on family values and the child’s developmental stage, says Slavens.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 27 Jan. 2025
Trump made gains with Hispanic voters, which Gallegos said shows that immigration is not the dominate issue some believe, instead pointing to the economy, religion and family values.
—Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2025
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“Family values.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/family%20values. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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