value family ties
/ˈvæljuː ˈfæməli taɪz/
Meaning
To appreciate, respect, and prioritize the emotional connections, relationships, and traditions within one's family. It implies that family relationships are highly important to you.
Examples
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Even though they live far apart, they still deeply value family ties.
Even though they live far apart, they still deeply value family ties.
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Many cultures value family ties more than individual success.
Many cultures value family ties more than individual success.
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Growing up in a big household taught her to value family ties above all else.
Growing up in a big household taught her to value family ties above all else.
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We hold regular reunions because we value family ties and want to stay connected.
We hold regular reunions because we value family ties and want to stay connected.
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It is easy to value family ties when your relatives are supportive and loving.
It is easy to value family ties when your relatives are supportive and loving.
Common Mistakes
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✗ We must value family knots.
✓ We must value family ties.
The standard English idiom uses 'ties' (or 'bonds'), not 'knots', to describe family connections.
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✗ She values of family ties.
✓ She values family ties.
The verb 'value' is transitive and does not take the preposition 'of' before its direct object.
Related Expressions
Practice
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They travel across the country every Thanksgiving because they ___.
💡 Appreciate and prioritize family connections.
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value family ties
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To ___ means to make time for your relatives, no matter how busy you are.
💡 Hold family relationships in high regard.
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value family ties