widows

Definition of widowsnext
plural of widow

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for widows
Noun
  • Shivering wives were gathering at the pithead, rescue units were being rushed to the scene, and the prime minister was due to make a statement.
    Christine Smallwood, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Faithful wives – human and divine Through its female characters, mortal and divine alike, the text highlights a woman’s principal role and identity as a faithful wife.
    Jessica Vantine Birkenholtz, The Conversation, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • To deduct up to $12,000 as a married couple, both spouses must be at least 65.
    Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
  • Friends, spouses, partners and even members of the general public will be encouraged by your positive energy.
    Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 21 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Despite those risks, women riders in South Florida are becoming more visible on the motorcycle scene, planning their own meetups, safety briefings and events across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
    Brenda Miranda, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
  • The resolution was introduced after a New York Times investigation revealed allegations that Chavez raped and abused women and girls.
    Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
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“Widows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widows. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.

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