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like a family to vs like family to

Both "like a family to" and "like family to" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Like a family to" is used when comparing a relationship to the concept of a family, emphasizing the similarity. On the other hand, "like family to" is used to describe the closeness of a relationship, without the need for the article "a".

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like a family to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when comparing a relationship to the concept of a family.

This phrase is used to emphasize the similarity between a relationship and the dynamics of a family. It is often used to describe close, supportive relationships.

Examples:

She treats her friends like a family to her.
The team members are like a family to each other.
The community feels like a family to me.

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They were like a family to me.
You guys are like a family to me.
I thought you were like a family to him
They're like a family to me. I'm lucky to live here.
Because you guys like a family to me!
They're like a family to me. I'm lucky to live here.
You know, an article I read about you inForbes says that you interview every one of your employees personally, that they're like a family to you.
You're like a family to me.
That band was like a family to me.

Alternatives:

like a family
like a second family to
like a close-knit family to
like a chosen family to
like a surrogate family to

like family to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe the closeness of a relationship without the need for the article "a".

This phrase is used to express a close, familial relationship without emphasizing the comparison to the concept of a family. It highlights the intimacy and bond between individuals.

Examples:

She is like family to me.
He has always been like family to us.
They treat their neighbors like family.

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My employees are like family to me.
Zosya and her folks are like family to me.
Mr. Hotdog is like family to you.
He's like family to us.
Employees are like family to Malachi.
These people, they're like family to me.
You're like family to me.
They've been like family to me.
Macy was like family to me.
Number one, Dr. Jennings was like family to me.
I mean, he was like family to us.
Everyone here is like family to me.
You're like family to me.
Joseph and Ambrose are like family to me.
You guys are like family to me.
She was like family to me.
We're like family to you.
Good friends who are like family to us.
Do you feel hurt because they were like family to you.
Who you've always said are just like family to you.

Alternatives:

like family
like a family member to
like part of the family to
like kin to
like a sibling to

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