domestic partner
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of domestic partner
First recorded in 1975–80
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If your name is not listed on the residency documents you can use a birth certificate, marriage license or domestic partner registration document to prove your relationship with the person listed on the residency document.
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2024
“Don’t Let It Happen,” his first book, includes a colorful cover featuring a revolver in a pink lunchbox, as well as a forward credited to Adams’ longtime domestic partner, Tracey Collins.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 8, 2024
Such an order typically requires a court finding that the person “represents a credible threat” to a domestic partner.
From Slate • Jun. 23, 2023
Howard K. Stern — Smith's attorney, agent and domestic partner — continued to fight on behalf of her estate but in 2011, the Supreme Court posthumously ruled against Smith.
From Salon • May 17, 2023
Somewhat later I made the acquaintance of the domestic partner of the chat family.
From Upon The Tree-Tops by Miller, Olive Thorne
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