pop the question
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.
In the end, Darwin chose to pop the question, Emma chose to accept, and great happiness, plus 10 children, ensued.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
And if you ever want to pop the question, it won’t hurt her options.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
At the dinner where she thinks he’s going to pop the question, Warner blindsides her instead when he announces he wants to break up.
From Salon ● Jul. 6, 2026
The luxury marriage proposal business is booming in Paris with international clients happy to pay thousands to pop the question in the most romantic way possible in the City of Love.
From Barron's ● Feb. 12, 2026
“Don’t worry. He’s not going to pop the question or anything,” I reply coolly, though my pulse quickens.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
