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life partner

American

noun

one member of a monogamous relationship.

life partner British

noun

either member of a couple in a long-term relationship

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A strong prenup creates a similar roadmap with your life partner.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026

“We really think this can be kind of your life partner, your proactive ally for your day,” she says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026

Women’s and men’s expectations for a life partner have both increased as marriage has become more optional and as women have realized more opportunities to support themselves.

From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026

This included love interest MJ, played by Holland's real life partner Zendaya, who is set to reprise her role.

From BBC ● Apr. 14, 2026

In opening up his world to me, Barack was showing me everything I’d ever need to know about the kind of life partner he’d be.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

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