couples

Example Sentences

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“Over time, couples may spend less time focusing on each other and more time focused on caregiving responsibilities. Small losses in time, attention and emotional availability can accumulate over months or years.”

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

“I really do hope that more couples feel a more equal part in collaborating and having fun together and exploring,” said Millington-Liquorice, 32, a photographer and director.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

On screen, the couples talk to relationship experts about how the "marriages" are working.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Annual income exceeding $16,000 in a trust is taxed at the 37% rate, while the thresholds are $640,600 for individuals filing as singles and $768,700 for couples who file taxes jointly.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

All those books, those happy or tragic couples they had never met to discuss!

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan