madams

noun

plural of madam
as in wives
the female partner in a marriage the madam and I are planning to go out for a nice dinner on our anniversary

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Recent Examples of madams This, dear sirs and madams, is where your policy reaches a truly impressive level of bureaucratic creativity. — Yehiel Kyle Israel, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026 Pip pip, cheerio, and a merry good day to you, sirs and madams. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 Feb. 2026
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wives
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  • Here’s a look at a few of the WAGs — wives and girlfriends — who will be cheering on Chiefs players this season.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Their mutual admiration began in 2018 when their wives — former models who went on to have successful business careers — became friends.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of wives

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