a trial separation - A temporary period in which a married couple lives apart to evaluate their relationship and decide if they want to continue being together., a bitter/acrimonious divorce - The dissolution of a marriage characterized by intense hostility, anger, and resentment between the spouses., a broken home - A family environment in which the parents are separated or divorced, often leading to instability or dysfunction., a stable home - A family environment that provides a secure and consistent upbringing for its members, typically characterized by harmonious relationships and a sense of security., a deprived home - A living situation in which a family lacks essential resources and experiences significant disadvantages, such as poverty or limited access to basic needs., the baby is due - Refers to the expected date of birth for a pregnant woman., apply for custody of give/grant custody - The legal process of seeking or granting the right to care for and make decisions on behalf of a child, typically in cases of separation, divorce, or child welfare concerns., set up home - To establish a residence or create a household., nuclear family - A family unit consisting of a married couple and their biological or adopted children, living together in one household., extended family - A family structure that includes relatives beyond the nuclear family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and in-laws., close relatives - Immediate family members or relatives who are closely related by blood or marriage., distant relatives - Relatives who are not closely related by blood or marriage, such as cousins, second cousins, or relatives from previous generations., second cousins - Individuals who share a great-grandparent but are not siblings or first cousins., distant cousins - Cousins who are not closely related by blood and belong to more extended branches of the family tree., immediate family - The closest relatives, including parents, siblings, and children., close-knit family - A family characterized by strong emotional bonds, close relationships, and regular interaction between its members., respectable family - A family that is highly regarded and esteemed by society due to its perceived moral values, social standing, and positive reputation., dysfunctional family - A family that experiences chronic conflicts, communication issues, or dysfunctional patterns of behavior, leading to emotional or psychological problems among its members., late husband/wife - Refers to a deceased husband or wife., estranged husband/wife - A spouse who is separated or alienated from their partner due to a breakdown in their relationship or a lack of communication and mutual understanding.,

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