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spousal

adjective

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as in wifely

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Recent Examples of spousal 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 Betty lost custody of her children and was set to receive $16,000 a month in spousal support and a cash award of $28,000. — Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026 That lawsuit’s withdrawal marked a turning point, and brought the battle back to the core issues of spousal support and division of assets. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 10 Apr. 2026 The two are reportedly being investigated by the Utah Division of Children and Family Services over allegations of spousal abuse on both sides. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 20 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spousal

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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

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While pink isn’t a tradtional bridal shoe color, some modern brides have been adding a pop of color to their looks through their shoes.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
From perfectly bridal pajama sets to sweet robes to delicate nightgowns both long and short, here are 24 options to consider.

— Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of bridal

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World-renowned for his work on marital stability and divorce prediction, John Gottman has conducted 50 years of breakthrough research with thousands of couples.

— Big Think, Big Think, 21 Aug. 2026
Opponent Christie Lou Mitchell, who has a board certification in marital and family law, had 35%.

— Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026

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