prospective wife
Example Sentences
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There was nothing fun, however, about watching a man's career and reputation unravel before a nation's eyes, especially in the steadfast presence of his father, his children and his prospective wife.
From Time Magazine Archive
"Don't be stupid!" says this prospective wife, with considerable petulance.
From Rossmoyne by Unknown
He would never give Marjorie up as his prospective wife until he heard from her own lips that she did not love him.
From Marjorie Dean, College Senior by Pauline Lester
The mistake the prospective wife makes is in obstinately closing her eyes to the fact that married life has any trials which are not far outbalanced by its pleasures.
From The Secret of a Happy Home (1896) by Marion Harland
Mrs. Clifton married because she did not want to be an old maid, and Mr. Clifton because he knew his prospective wife had money, by means of which he could establish himself in business.
From Rufus and Rose Or, The Fortunes of Rough and Ready by Horatio Alger
