- plural of wife.
wives
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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The health, safety and well-being of husbands, wives, sons and daughters aren’t secondary considerations to us; they are the bedrock on which every mission rests.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
Their mutual admiration began in 2018 when their wives — former models who went on to have successful business careers — became friends.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026
And unlike the television version, the novel is narrated entirely by Jonasi's wives.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
Both have beautiful wives with impressive careers of their own.
From Salon ● Jul. 29, 2026
“I wonder what the officer’s wives are wearing this season.”
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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