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power couple

American  

[pou-er kuhp-uhl] / ˈpaʊ ər ˌkʌp əl /

noun

1. two people in a romantic relationship who are independently well-known or successful in their careers.

   They're a glamorous power couple from the Washington, D.C., elite.

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Etymology

Origin of power couple

First recorded in 1980–85

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The sprawling property, which is listed with Jonah Wilson and Josh Greer of Carolwood Estates, was snapped up by the Hollywood power couple in 2015 for $11.85 million.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 17, 2026

After ravens destroyed their first clutch, eagle power couple Jackie and Shadow laid new eggs — sending their vast fanbase into celebration.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2026

The nonprofit also keeps a public-facing “eagle log,” which provides updates on what the power couple is up to, along with analysis of their behaviors and educational tidbits.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 12, 2026

"Fair or not, that is the reputation he's got right now. I'm sure they want to build their own power couple image. But I think the Beckhams have much sharper PR."

From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2026

They were a power couple in Washington, high-profile political reporters enmeshed in the capital’s social scene.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 4, 2025