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soul mate

American  
Or soulmate

noun

  1. a person with whom one has a strong affinity, shared values and tastes, and often a romantic bond.

    I married my soul mate; you don't get much luckier than that.
soul mate British  

noun

  1. a person for whom one has a deep affinity, esp a lover, wife, husband, etc

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Etymology

Origin of soul mate

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

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Running from murderous in-laws is nothing compared to the threat at the heart of “Something Very Bad is Going to Happen,” which depicts exchanging vows with a presumed soul mate as gambling with a curse.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

The rebellious spirit of Martha Graham has found a rebellious soul mate in another creative powerhouse.

From New York Times • Apr. 16, 2024

In a statement, Mrs Baldeh's husband Bocar said: "Aisa was my wife, my best friend, and my soul mate."

From BBC • Aug. 30, 2023

“In the Season 2 romance, there is a lot of, who feels like the soul mate versus who feels like the surprising option?” said Kucserka.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 21, 2023

For just a buck, you get the name and number of your one true soul mate.

From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher

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