Expresses a close, personal relationship typically involving family ties.

Emotional Connection

It's a figurative way saying someone is a relative; not describing their physical presence.

Not Literal

Common in everyday speech to emphasize family relations or heritage.

Used to stress human limitations or vulnerabilities.

Can invoke feelings of sympathy, understanding, or compassion.

Acknowledges that to err is human; humans aren't perfect and can't do everything.

Prefer human judgement or skills over a machine or artificial intelligence.

Implies a preference for someone's physical presence rather than virtual or remote interactions.

Highlights that someone is real, not fictional or imaginary.