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as in match
a union representing a special kind of social and legal partnership between two people
some religions consider marriage a sacrament
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Recent Examples of marriage
In its monthly report published on May 16, Rosstat omitted figures for births and deaths for the most recent reporting period, along with monthly data on marriages and divorces, Raksha said.
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Isabel Van Brugen, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
Officials argued that marriages between citizens and non-citizens were handled differently by different nations and without a uniform rule in the U.S., the department couldn’t determine who was entitled to an American passport and protection while outside of the country.
—Time, 19 May 2025
Barry had two early marriages before marrying his current wife in 1996, for example, but no details are provided.
—Dwight Garner, New York Times, 19 May 2025
This is somewhat the case in the U.S.; a 2023 study by the Pew Research Center showed that though husbands and wives earn roughly equally in a growing share of heterosexual marriages, women in these households still spend more time on child care and chores.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 23 May 2025
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Isabel Van Brugen, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
Officials argued that marriages between citizens and non-citizens were handled differently by different nations and without a uniform rule in the U.S., the department couldn’t determine who was entitled to an American passport and protection while outside of the country.
—Time, 19 May 2025
Barry had two early marriages before marrying his current wife in 1996, for example, but no details are provided.
—Dwight Garner, New York Times, 19 May 2025
This is somewhat the case in the U.S.; a 2023 study by the Pew Research Center showed that though husbands and wives earn roughly equally in a growing share of heterosexual marriages, women in these households still spend more time on child care and chores.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marriage
Noun
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But with just over five hours since the match began, Alcaraz served for the title at 5-4 up.—
Jerome Pugmire,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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Even the endless parade of records this match set doesn’t quite do justice to the remarkable tennis on display.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
8 June 2025
Noun
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The couple brought plenty of modern touches to their royal wedding, including a cake made with Pop Rocks and a performance by the Swedish DJ Avicii.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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For the most part, his absence during the two weeks of voluntary practices was not that big of a deal, especially since franchise quarterback Josh Allen wasn’t even there for one of the weeks following his late May wedding.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
Noun
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In defeat, the matrimony between manager, club and city had never been more visible.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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This cowboy is getting hitched and has the hat to match in matrimony.—
Teaghan Skulszki,
Outside Online,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Legacy brands with deep customer relationships face a unique challenge.—
Zornitza Stefanova,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Despite the happy ending, Ashanti made sure viewers know that their relationship hasn't always been easy.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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Greater visibility, including celebrities having children out of wedlock, has also contributed to the shift.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
20 May 2025
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Was the boy born out of wedlock or has Saul simply snapped?—
Josh Weiss,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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“Marriage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marriage. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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