Phrases Talking about Family and Relationships

We're related by marriage.

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Meaning

We are related through marriage.

Example sentences

John: 'My sister-in-law is my brother's wife.'<br>

Alice: 'Right, you're related by marriage.'

John: 'Exactly, you're related by marriage.'

Alice: 'My husband's uncle is my uncle-in-law.'<br>