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matrimonial

adjective

ˌma-trə-ˈmō-nē-əl

Definition of matrimonial

as in marital

of or relating to marriage she plans to focus on matrimonial concerns after she's established in her career

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Recent Examples of matrimonial This time round, Horvat is on to something even more deliciously odd with a study that mashes together grief, matrimonial disharmony, the alien nature of mathematical minds, and desire’s wild pursuit of obscure objects. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 There will be 500 booths with books, educational materials, clothes, and cultural items, especially those popular in South Asian communities, as well as sports activities and matrimonial events to help people find spouses. — Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 24 Aug. 2026 There reportedly will be at least two matrimonial events over the July 4 weekend. — Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 25 June 2026 Given the couple's close celebrity friendships, the rule could potentially create matrimonial mayhem, at least as some people see it. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for matrimonial

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marital

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The two later reached an agreement over the division of marital property, with a Wake County judge approving a consent order in August 2026.

— Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Batula had been married to Kyle Cooke, and In the City was supposed to chronicle their marital struggles.

— Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026

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