lady of the house

Example Sentences

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“I think there’s one line where she’s like, ‘I don’t want to be the lady of the house.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2022

Epstein's former lover and executive assistant, Maxwell was known as the "lady of the house" who closely managed his affairs.

From Fox News • Dec. 20, 2021

Emma is a girl whose mother died when she was a child, who has been thrust into the role of lady of the house far too young.

From Salon • Feb. 21, 2020

Jake says the "lady of the house" in his home is Carla.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2018

We listened to the lady of the house as she entertained us with her life’s story feeling delightfully blessed.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall