spou·sal
ˈspau̇-zəl 
-səl
: of, relating to, or involving a spouse
spousal affection
spousal assault
spousal support
spousally
adverb
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Liza Esquibias, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
Lee was later sentenced to six months in jail on the spousal abuse charge.
—Emily Maddick, Glamour, 30 Sep. 2024
Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
The firm's approach to family law encompasses a wide range of services, including divorce proceedings, spousal support negotiations, domestic violence restraining orders, custody disputes, parenting changes, and child support matters.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 8 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
The reality star and mother of three asked for spousal support to be awarded to her, but requested to terminate the court’s ability to award support to Arroyave, 47.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
Lee was later sentenced to six months in jail on the spousal abuse charge.
—Emily Maddick, Glamour, 30 Sep. 2024
Noun
Josh did request spousal support from Christina — though not a specific amount — in his initial divorce petition on July 15.
—Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
The firm's approach to family law encompasses a wide range of services, including divorce proceedings, spousal support negotiations, domestic violence restraining orders, custody disputes, parenting changes, and child support matters.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 8 Oct. 2024
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“Spousal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spousal. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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