prodigal son in the Oxford-Hachette French Dictionary

Translations for prodigal son in the English»French Dictionary

prodigal [Brit ˈprɒdɪɡ(ə)l, Am ˈprɑdəɡəl] ADJ liter

prodigal son in the PONS Dictionary

American English

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English
On the return of these wanderersnot like the prodigal son, but bringing wealth to their kindredgreat rejoicings are instituted.
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Jin is a prodigal son of a prominent composer who wants him to become a musician like his older brother.
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A deathbed renunciation of libertinism was published and promulgated as the conversion of a prodigal son.
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The story begins with the prodigal son returning home, not repentant, but hungry, poor, and frustrated at having failed to achieve his goal.
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The play expresses an antipathy to religion, but also a strong concern with religious ideas, including the parable of the prodigal son.
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His journey from prodigal son to dedicated father and husband is complete.
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He is full of love for his prodigal son.
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It was like a family gathering, a return of the prodigal son.
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