plural marriage
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of plural marriage
First recorded in 1865–70
Example Sentences
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Mormon pioneers settled here after being driven out of other states in part because of their beliefs in plural marriage.
From Washington Times • Apr. 24, 2022
Robyn, who joined the plural marriage in 2010, told the outlet she’s hopeful the pair can get back to a good place.
From Fox News • Mar. 31, 2021
State lawmakers have approved a bill that would reduce the penalties for plural marriage from a felony to an infraction.
From The Guardian • Mar. 5, 2020
While plural marriage is illegal under Utah's constitution, officials in the state have largely chosen not to prosecute those involved.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2020
At the inception of plural marriage among the Latter-day Saints, there was no law, national or state, against its practise.
From The Story of "Mormonism" by Talmage, James Edward
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