widow
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She was married to her first husband long enough to qualify as his widow for Social Security benefits based on his record.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
Owens has separately accused Kirk’s widow, Erika, along with Turning Point USA, of using artificial intelligence to forge Kirk’s dying wishes.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
A widow in her 70s, she said that when her husband died recently, a blackout in her neighbourhood meant she had to sit with his body for hours before it could be moved.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
"We can't forget what happened," said Manzo's widow, Grecia Quiroz, who has been the mayor of Uruapan since her husband's death.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
And what about the poor widow who had only one hen?
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
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