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spousal

adjective

Definition of spousal

as in wifely

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Recent Examples of spousal This latest issue adds to a growing list of irregularities, including inaccurate online estimates, missing plan options, and flawed spousal loan calculations. — Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 To meet the new standards, future gun regulations that come to the court will need to have a clear historical pedigree as well as target a group for whom Americans have less sympathy, such as spousal abusers, rather than increasing affinity – pot users. — Morgan Marietta, The Conversation, 26 June 2026 Certain spousal debts Depending on state laws and the nature of the debt, surviving spouses may have additional responsibilities. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 24 June 2026 In two earlier cases, Burleson was charged with assault on a female, domestic violence and communicating threats following a spousal dispute in December. — Amber Gaudet june 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for spousal

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Adjective

Judd, who seems a decent man, wants to know how Agnes would exemplify her wifely duties.

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
Behold all of his wifely love, and then behold him, loving her.

— Monica Hesse, Washington Post, 20 June 2019

Definition of wifely

Adjective

Hill and Vaccaro were married in November 2021, but there was no prenuptial or post-nuptial agreement.

— Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
Discussions about prenuptial or postnuptial agreements felt uncomfortable and unnecessary during periods of personal optimism.

— Hossein Berenji, Forbes.com, 26 Feb. 2026

Definition of prenuptial

Adjective

The bride’s friend Karen of Jos Mundo gifted her a custom pair of bridal shoes that were a take on the brand’s Marikina Mule.

— Shelby Wax, Vogue, 8 Nov. 2026
Earlier this year, René Caovilla unveiled its 2026 bridal collection featuring shoes with delicate floral applications, polished pearls and lace in addition to sheer details.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of bridal

Adjective

The dinosaur attacks have at least one upside, though, as running from the prehistoric beasts forces Denise and Greg to overcome their marital tension.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 6 Nov. 2026
How marital advice chats turned deadly James Gates is a cybersecurity professional who recently celebrated his 10-year anniversary with his wife, Cheryl.

— Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 5 Nov. 2026

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