dower

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Noun
  • Call it the groom's automotive dowry.
    Laura Lane, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
  • After the dowry is shown off, Henry informs the brothers that the Grants’ physician — and not the MacKenzie’s — will perform the exam.
    Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Now, paired with the muscle of Houlihan Lokey, Swain has big plans to start selling to pension funds, endowments, and asset managers.
    Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
  • With commodity prices at record highs, Africa’s natural resource endowments are among the first areas to receive attention.
    Charlie Campbell, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Some gifts come wrapped in ribbon or a bow, but for Pam Brodsky, the latest birthday present from her son included Champagne, mimosas, and hot towels.
    Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Urban was moved to tears by a birthday gift that carried a message of hope and healing.
    Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • In between detonating bombs hidden in Christmas presents and disfiguring the entire police force, Art sets his sights on the Shaw family.
    Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
  • When looking for gifts for 5-year-olds, opt for presents that encourage cooperative play, such as a family-friendly board game.
    Anja Webb, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • If George becomes heir to the throne before finishing school, William may delay any bestowal of the Prince of Wales title.
    Simon Perry, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Church offering plates are meant for tithes and charity, not political contributions.
    Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 July 2025
  • According to the Internet, all opponents of Caitlin Clark should create an HOV lane for her to the basket, give her at least 5-feet on 3-point shots, and after each game provide a tithe to her account.
    Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2025
Noun
  • There will be presentations to honor veterans, guest speakers and a salute from the Vista City Council.
    Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
  • The presentation concluded with emphasis on Thailand’s maturing creative ecosystem, supported by eight key government agencies coordinating to promote Thai soft power, expand cultural influence and drive media exports while attracting international talent and investment.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • His contributions during the most recent reporting period are more than all four Democratic incumbents combined.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
  • The senator is seen as one of California YIMBY’s key champions in the legislature and has received more than $10,000 in campaign contributions from the organization since 2021.
    Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 2 Nov. 2025
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“Dower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dower. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.

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