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Tell me about a relative you really look up to.

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The relative I admire most is my uncle. He's hardworking and patient, and he always makes time for the family. Whenever I have a problem, he listens carefully and gives me good advice.

Key phrases to use

  • look up to — to admire and respect someone“I've always looked up to my older brother.”
  • brought up — raised a child and cared for them while they grew up“She brought up three children by herself.”
  • take after — to be similar to an older relative in looks or character“She takes after her mother — same smile, same laugh.”

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