joint custody
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of joint custody
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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She filed for divorce in an attempt to gain joint custody of him, but over time, Jentzen Ramirez ceased communication with his mother.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 11, 2025
In 2021 a judge awarded joint custody of the children to both parents.
From BBC ● Dec. 31, 2024
Though April and Hunter’s father had joint custody of Hunter, the boy spent most of his time at his mom’s house.
From Slate ● Oct. 15, 2024
The former couple last year finalized their eight-year divorce, with the Oscar winner agreeing to pay $8,000 a month in child support in a joint custody agreement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2024
The former couple wanted to end their public feud and “look forwards,” also in regard to “their joint custody of their child,” Lüders said.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 7, 2024
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