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gal

noun

ˈgal

Definition of gal

as in woman

a female romantic companion after years of dating, Fred finally asked his gal to marry him

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Recent Examples of gal Those animals have a specific sugar molecule in their blood called alpha-gal. — Erika Edwards, NBC news, 2 July 2026 This versatile style is great for the lazy gals who like to just get out of the shower and go. — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 1 July 2026 In my line of work, there are few things as inauspicious as a plucky gal determined to make the best of a bad situation. — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 Wilson believes that some reactions could be triggered by sources other than alpha-gal. — Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for gal

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The surge in gray divorces is also often driven by women – who have long faced restrictive gender norms in conservative Asian societies, as well as legal, financial, and social barriers to seeking divorce.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 26 July 2026
In interviews, women and the advocates who work with them cited fear of retaliation, social stigma and a widespread belief that authorities will not act.

— Raul Roman, NPR, 25 July 2026

Definition of woman

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The prospect of attending a raucous three-day party on South Beach comes as disappointing news to Joe’s girlfriend Jennifer (Teyana Taylor), who’s waiting for her own proposal.

— Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 24 July 2026
Then, Yancy comes home to his girlfriend and baby mama to find Kai on the porch standing guard.

— Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 23 July 2026

Definition of girlfriend

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Some choose to go beyond the purely traditional in favor of celebrations that feel personal and memorable; like a girls’ night in or a day by the sea.

— Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 28 July 2026
The 21-year-old musician, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, is accused of killing and dismembering the teenage girl to prevent her from disclosing details about their relationship ahead of the release of his album, prosecutors said.

— Jason Kravarik, CNN Money, 27 July 2026

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