bride-to-be

noun

: a woman who is going to be married soon

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During their November 16, 2010 interview, Prince William—after giving Kate his mother’s sapphire and diamond engagement ring—eschewed comparisons of his mother and his bride-to-be. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026 The shock was all part of the plan, crafted by bride-to-be Kristiana Squillante, who is a professional tattoo artist at Black Onyx Tattoo in Rochelle Park, New Jersey. Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026 Yasmin exited finance altogether, embracing her destiny as the socialite bride-to-be of blue-blooded aristocrat Henry Muck (Kit Harington). Alison Herman, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026 By Meaghan Kenny November 3, 2025 What to Pack for a Bachelorette Party: Brides Edition Chic ivory-colored dresses, silky loungewear, and statement handbags for the bride-to-be. Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bride-to-be

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“Bride-to-be.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bride-to-be. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.

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