spouse
noun
either member of a married pair in relation to the other; one's husband or wife.
spouses
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pluralof spouse.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Courts often consider the cash provided for down payments as a gift to the couple in divorce proceedings, splitting the home equity equally between both spouses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 11, 2026
That finding suggests spouses may not need costly gym memberships or elaborate home workout equipment to experience the potential relationship benefits of being active together.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 6, 2026
The spouses and children of applicants can also secure citizenship, in exchange for a contribution of $100,000 to the Treasury, or $25,000 if they are under 18 years of age.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
For single filers, heads of household or qualifying surviving spouses, benefits are generally not taxable if combined income is under $25,000 a year.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
I’ve encountered people I find to be shallow and hypocritical and others—teachers and military spouses and so many more—whose spirits are so deep and strong it’s astonishing.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
