While during his dealings with his generals' children, he is seen as a kindly father-figure, capable of generosity and fun. |
It was said that he was to play father-figure to Paul Walker's character Brian O' Connor in the franchise. |
My step-father became my father-figure, shaping my perceptions of the world. |
Just lately, mention of Pan or Barrie makes it hard not to think of that other not very convincing father-figure who regularly haunts our entertainment news reports. |
He pitches his stories at the weekly staff meetings, regaling a table of admiring staffers including fellow reporters and a father-figure editor, Michael Kelly. |
Research has shown that perhaps the most powerful 'game changer' in the lives of children at this age is a dependable, reliable father or father-figure. |