husband and wife
Example Sentences
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As an 18th century English jurist wrote, “… the husband and wife are one person in law” — and that one was the husband.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
Three passengers from the MV Hondius -- a Dutch husband and wife and a German woman -- have died, while others have fallen sick with the rare disease, which usually spreads among rodents.
From Barron's ● May 10, 2026
The music came from husband and wife duo, Captain and Tennille.
From BBC ● Mar. 31, 2026
Starring husband and wife Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, “Family Movie” also features their two adult children, Sosie Bacon and Travis Bacon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 18, 2026
After a quick kiss between husband and wife, she's off on a working Saturday.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
