widow

Example Sentences

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The China suit was brought by Li’s second wife and widow, who in the U.S. case likewise argued the documents had been stolen and were Chinese national treasures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The legal claim filed recently by widow Nancy Lemus alleges new details in the runup to the the explosion.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

President Donald Trump has appointed the widow of assassinated right-wing activist Charlie Kirk to the US Air Force Academy advisory board, US media reported Wednesday.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

"The money I was anticipating from my cocoa bean sales is currently inaccessible. I'm a widow now and I don't have anyone to support me," said Frimpong.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

And what about the poor widow who had only one hen?

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat