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Term: Stranger in Blood
Definition: A stranger in blood is someone who is not related to you by blood, like a family member who is related to you by marriage. It can also refer to anyone who is not considered a close family member or loved one.
Definition: A stranger in blood is someone who is not related by blood, such as a relative by marriage or adoption. It can also refer to any person who is not within the consideration of natural love and affection arising from a relationship.
These examples illustrate how a person can be considered a stranger in blood even if they are considered family or close to you in some way. It is important to recognize that blood relation is not the only factor in determining familial relationships and that love and affection can arise from other types of relationships as well.