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In Whale’s picture, the bride doesn’t talk — only screams or hisses like an irritated cat — and is brought to life 5 minutes before the credits roll.—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026 In any case, Caroline — who was a more compelling character when Jackie was still alive, subtly pushing against her family’s conventions — has now taken up Jackie’s torch as the guard of Kennedyisms, making sure his brother and his willful bride fall in line.—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026 The bride from Holden, Massachusetts was left scrambling with just 85 days to go before her wedding.—Penny Kmitt, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026 The bride's minimalist wedding gown is arguably the most celebrated detail of the entire ceremony.—Emma Banks, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bride
Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English brȳd; akin to Old High German brūt bride
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of bride was
before the 12th century