paramour
Example Sentences
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Maybe he would meet with a co-conspirator or a paramour; maybe he would lead cops to the bodies.
From Los Angeles Times
The subject of culpability in extramarital affairs comes up in both, particularly how husbands tend to get a free pass while their female paramours bear the brunt of the blame.
From Washington Post
Her paramours are playing these sorts of games, too.
From New York Times
Under this dynamic, Boylan and Bennett could be his paramours, or they could be crazy.
From Washington Post
By last fall, protesters were scribbling graffiti on Bangkok streets denouncing King Maha Vajiralongkorn and his wives and paramours.
From New York Times
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