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as in engagements
the act or state of being engaged to be married
considering how long her previous marriage lasted, she'd be wise to have an extended espousal
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Over the last three years, the Taliban introduced tens and tens of decrees barring women and girls from all activities and engagements outside their homes, whether education, employment, travel without mahram, or going to parks, among others.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025 -
Beyond fashion and brand engagements, Coachella 2025 is also catering to the food-obsessed by showcasing over 75 dining establishments.—
Tiana DeNicola,
Variety,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Espousals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/espousals. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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