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wife

noun

ˈwīf

Definition of wife

as in lady

the female partner in a marriage a husband and wife who treat each other as equals in their marriage

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Recent Examples of wife Argumedo’s wife is charged with conveying some of the extortion demands; his father has not been accused of a crime. — Matthew Ormseth, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026 Peñalver’s wife, Sital Kalantry, is a law professor and the couple has two sons. — Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026 Peay Vineyards 2022 Sonoma Coast La Bruma Syrah At their family winery, brothers Nick and Andy Peay along with Nick’s wife Vanessa Wong grow 34 acres of Pinot Noir, eight acres of Syrah, and seven acres of Chardonnay. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 The series chronicles the rise of Norse raiders Erik Bloodaxe (Xavier Molyneux) and his wife Gunnhild, Mother of Kings (Jessica Madsen). — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wife

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wife

Noun

The young ladies in the show are calling each other out and keeping each other accountable.

— Selome Hailu, Variety, 3 Oct. 2026
Wait, so this hot lady is the sole survivor from her girls’ trip group?

— Emma Specter, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of lady

Noun

Suffice it to say the mystery bullets that landed in Rate Field’s bleachers in 2023 and wounded two women definitely aren’t relevant to this feel-good story but are worth mentioning to remind us how much the Sox narrative has changed.

— Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2026
The actual point of the scene, however, is for both women to talk about their relationships.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of woman

Noun

Stream, a strategic partner for Talpa Studios, focused on creating formats for the streaming generation, has developed several other titles that are gaining traction in the market.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
In addition to presenting partner Amazon Fashion, supporters of the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards include Google Shopping for the American Emerging Designer of the Year Award; MAC Cosmetics, Official Beauty Partner, and Krug, Official Champagne Partner.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of partner

Noun

There were some concerns that the dress was too awkward and heavy to move in, with the bride reportedly practicing her curtsey multiple times.

— Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 10 Oct. 2026
Iconic fashion houses and brands on the rise showcased pieces that sartorially inclined brides will be clamoring to get their hands on in time for their celebrations.

— Shelby Wax, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of bride

Noun

Hugh Hefner’s widow, Crystal Harris, took to Instagram Thursday to urge Jessica Biel not to play his spouse in the upcoming movie about the Playboy founder.

— Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026
That doesn’t mean finding a new partner is the answer for every widow or widower.

— CNN, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of widow

Noun

Upon discovering his mother’s identity as a madam, Caleb takes Aron to her brothel to force him to confront her depravity.

— Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026
The origin story helps contextualize the misery and self-isolation of Cathy’s later years, as the madam of a Salinas whorehouse.

— Alison Herman, Variety, 1 Oct. 2026