prospective wife

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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

He should not expect his prospective wife to be any stronger to resist temptation than he has been.

From Herself Talks with Women Concerning Themselves by Lowry, Edith B. (Edith Belle)

I 've always heard that it's the proper thing to be polite to the sisters, cousins, and aunts of one's prospective wife.

From The Siege of the Seven Suitors by Nicholson, Meredith

She is now to him only Miss Creecy, the prospective wife of his nearest friend, the prospective mistress of the Bigge House, and not attractive, it would appear, in these new surroundings.

From Belford's Magazine, Volume II, No. 8, January, 1889 by Various

I am bringing my niece out here as my housekeeper and companion, and not as a prospective wife for any of you youngsters.

From Rujub, the Juggler by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)