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prenuptial

adjective

Definition of prenuptialnext
as in bridal

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Recent Examples of prenuptial Discussions about prenuptial or postnuptial agreements felt uncomfortable and unnecessary during periods of personal optimism. — Hossein Berenji, Forbes.com, 26 Feb. 2026 Handing out prenuptial conflict management books is decidedly not romantic. — Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 1 Feb. 2025 Taking proactive steps, such as establishing a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement or forming a trust to shield your business, can also protect your enterprise from becoming entangled in future disputes. — Diane Deoliveira, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 There’s one last guest who’s been invited to this prenuptial reunion, someone who the gang is hoping won’t actually show up. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for prenuptial
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bridal
Adjective
  • Inside, the property maintains its elegant design aesthetic with a double-height foyer featuring a curved bridal staircase.
    — Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The bridal capsule sits in corner, and another, the label’s Heritage collection, which is their take on permanent wardrobing.
    — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of bridal

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“Prenuptial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prenuptial. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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