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money or property that a wife or wife's family gives to her husband when the wife and husband marry in some cultures
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Recent Examples of dowry
The value of a girl was measured by her dowry, not a diploma.
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Esther Ndumi Ngumbi, NPR, 15 June 2025
He’s long still held a candle, imagining a future for the two of them, while feeling inadequate about his financial status and lack of a proverbial dowry, little to offer but his deep feelings.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 June 2025
Textiles are made for dowries, burials, and beliefs.
—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
In posts which have subsequently been deleted from his X account, Al-Sheikh described only being able to afford a single sandwich from his favourite store, and needing to sell jewellery to pay his wedding dowry.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
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Esther Ndumi Ngumbi, NPR, 15 June 2025
He’s long still held a candle, imagining a future for the two of them, while feeling inadequate about his financial status and lack of a proverbial dowry, little to offer but his deep feelings.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 June 2025
Textiles are made for dowries, burials, and beliefs.
—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
In posts which have subsequently been deleted from his X account, Al-Sheikh described only being able to afford a single sandwich from his favourite store, and needing to sell jewellery to pay his wedding dowry.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dowry
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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
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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
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From a gift of Elizabeth Taylor’s ring, bestowed on Allura, by her cheating younger husband, to $40 million worth of trinkets that Liberty helps salvage from her Upper East Side client wanting a divorce.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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For small businesses, simplicity wins—a clear offer like ‘buy one, gift one’ or a free consult lowers the barrier for first-time buyers and gives them a reason to pick you over a big-box store.—
Ashley Lutz,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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His contributions during the most recent reporting period are more than all four Democratic incumbents combined.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Nov. 2025
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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Church offering plates are meant for tithes and charity, not political contributions.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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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
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In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association in Tate's name.—
Patrick Gomez,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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Valagussa said the parish was already cooking lunch regularly for about 60 seniors, pregnant women and others in need but had no resources to provide food to more people, unless more donations poured in.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Dowry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dowry. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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