betrothed

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Was he supposed to be betrothed to him forever, and be a mantlepiece for folk music until his death?

From Salon • Dec. 25, 2024

You’ve surely seen these pictures: The newly betrothed couple walking back down the aisle, the bride and groom graciously taking in their champagne toasts, a few dizzying iPhone videos from a crowded dance floor.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2024

You or your betrothed may be coming into the marriage with significant assets or property, and if you ever divorce, that can get sticky.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 5, 2024

The betrothed Brits weren’t the only musicians feeling the love Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 28, 2023

Alexander Helios, now betrothed to the daughter of the Median king, received Armenia and Media.

From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby