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boyfriend

[boi-frend] / ˈbɔɪˌfrɛnd /


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LONDON—Lucy Kloc, a Floridian living in the U.K., used to make fun of her British boyfriend for complaining about the summer heat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

The doting boyfriend, the overzealous best friend, the snide coworker, the absentee mother — played here by Kristen Johnston, whose character’s name is ingeniously spelled “Beverlee.”

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

“They tried to take our community down, but they had no chance,” De Anda added as her boyfriend rushed off to join the celebration.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

"Sometimes supportive boyfriend duties call. But you know who I'm rooting for to take the Cup," he posted on social media, adding a Canadian flag emoji.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

He waves to Celia, who’s sitting with her boyfriend, Liam, across the deck.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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