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a brief romantic relationship
an office romance that ended with hurt feelings on both sides
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Recent Examples of romances
Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
Successful romances star at least one looker.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Hollywood boasts no shortage of romances with significant age gaps, but few of these celebrity couples have held on quite as long as Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 35, and Sam Taylor-Johnson, 58, who celebrated their 11-year wedding anniversary in June 2023.
—Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Previous seasons focused on the romances of Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Bassett (Regé-Jean Page), Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey) and Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley) and most recently, Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) and Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan).
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
Riley Keough plays the titular, volatile lead singer of the Six, a massively popular ‘70s rock group that's buckling under interpersonal romances and jealousies.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
Aside from the epic romances, Bridgerton is also known for its selection of string covers of pop songs, which punctuate key moments in the Regency-era drama.
—Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
While promoting her new tumultuous love story onscreen, Margot Robbie paid homage to one of Hollywood’s most passionate romances.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
At the same time, the slate keeps things light with stand-up from Mo Gilligan and Sommore, plus easygoing romances and comedies like the Terry McMillan adaptations and Tyler Perry’s latest film Joe’s College Road Trip.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 28 Jan. 2026
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So — romances, action thrillers, erotic thrillers.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
Successful romances star at least one looker.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Hollywood boasts no shortage of romances with significant age gaps, but few of these celebrity couples have held on quite as long as Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 35, and Sam Taylor-Johnson, 58, who celebrated their 11-year wedding anniversary in June 2023.
—Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Previous seasons focused on the romances of Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Bassett (Regé-Jean Page), Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey) and Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley) and most recently, Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) and Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan).
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
Riley Keough plays the titular, volatile lead singer of the Six, a massively popular ‘70s rock group that's buckling under interpersonal romances and jealousies.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
Aside from the epic romances, Bridgerton is also known for its selection of string covers of pop songs, which punctuate key moments in the Regency-era drama.
—Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
While promoting her new tumultuous love story onscreen, Margot Robbie paid homage to one of Hollywood’s most passionate romances.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
At the same time, the slate keeps things light with stand-up from Mo Gilligan and Sommore, plus easygoing romances and comedies like the Terry McMillan adaptations and Tyler Perry’s latest film Joe’s College Road Trip.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for romances
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Brenda Scott Henry, Gary’s office of sustainability and environmental affairs director, gave an overview of the stormwater ordinance in Hatcher’s absence.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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But Butler was also divisive, in part because of his influence over so many parts of the military—and the public-affairs community.—
Missy Ryan,
The Atlantic,
18 Feb. 2026
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The final product not only brings them pride, but also sparks hope for a brighter future.—
Libby Smith,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Rose, a Detroit native and University of Michigan Wolverine, and Gores, a Flint native and Michigan State Spartan, founded the company to create content that sparks cross-cultural conversation and deeper appreciation for others at a critical time globally.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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The haphazard plot twists itself into knots to include Jeremy Pope’s unfortunately eponymous character, before moving on to far shorter flings with equally monotonous cast members.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
21 Jan. 2026
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Skarsgård played one of Donna’s former flings, Bill, in both films.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
17 Jan. 2026
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As the President insults allies, woos dictators, and spurns long-standing commitments, Rubio has to convince his counterparts that America will not entirely abandon its friends.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
12 Jan. 2026
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Maur Castle, a lovely chateau that dates to 1285, is home to the Castle Rooftop Deluxe Suite.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2026
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Predicted dates for both 2024 and 2025 only ended in disappointment.—
Michael d'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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But the go-short approach courts big risks.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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The ensemble cast includes Ellie Bamber as Eleanor’s sister, Beatrice, and Ed Suter as Edward’s loyal squire Richard, who courts Beatrice amid the escalating tragedy.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
27 Dec. 2025
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Fitzpatrick, 68, who also attends the statewide meetings told the Free Press that fear of staff retaliation keeps many nursing home residents from participating and voicing their concerns on issues like increasing the personal needs allowance.—
Kristi Tanner,
Freep.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Shriya Dwivedi, a Phoenix resident who attends the Basis Peoria charter school, was disappointed to hear EPA was about to repeal the endangerment finding.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
12 Feb. 2026
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“Romances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/romances. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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