elopement
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
When her fiance suffered a medical emergency and their planned elopement and relationship fell apart, she could have quietly drawn a line under the chapter.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
The Janet Jackson that “Control” unleashed on the world was a teenager shaking off the dust of two forgettable pop albums and a misguided elopement with another pop star, James DeBarge, when she was 18.
From Salon ● Apr. 11, 2026
Other photographers followed in Maddie Mae’s footsteps, especially after she began leading workshops on elopement adventures; the three other photographers I interviewed for this piece, Flynn, Traci Edwards and Karen Agurto, all took her courses.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2025
Gerry and Theresa’s nuptials are neither a private affair, discreet elopement, nor intimate gathering.
From Slate ● Jan. 4, 2024
The operator whose elopement caused Miss Genovese to be absent.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
Once associated with secretive romances and hurried ceremonies, elopements have evolved into destination weddings set against spectacular backdrops.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
During the elopements, her husband Bill takes photos via drone and shoots video.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2025
Another pandemic trend that’s sticking around is smaller weddings and elopements.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 23, 2023
Some look like elopements or first-time trips for nervous couples; others look like tearful reunions or contemplative solo journeys.
From Slate ● Feb. 24, 2021
I only wish elopements always caused as much commotion!”
From The Daughters of Danaus by Mona Caird
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word