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Noun
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At the end of regret-flow plotlines, husbands tend to beg their wives for forgiveness by dropping to their knees.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026 -
There’s an almost-friendship-ending rift over husbands (Brent Thiessen is Cee Cee’s, a cool-guy theater director; Ben Jacoby is Bertie’s, a rich jerk) that feels deeply dated and, in the context of the women’s tell-each-other-everything friendship, just plain weird.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Meanwhile this is an excellent day to enjoy the company of partners, spouses and close friends, because romantic vibes are sweet and special.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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The annual luncheon hosted by the Congressional Club Museum and Foundation honors the first lady and brings together congressional spouses, administration officials, and guests to advance bipartisan community service.—
Sydney Topf,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Instead, welcome practical discussions with partners, spouses and friends about making future plans.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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The city is also working with schools, community partners and a social media campaign to inform children and their parents, a city spokesperson said.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Both men have been released from jail while the case is pending, records show.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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That drives pocket-protector wearing water engineers a little crazy, because steady outcomes are what these men and women live for.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Widowers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widowers. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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