beau

Example Sentences

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When she begins dating the owner of a local pet shop, Iona immediately falls in step with her yuppie new beau.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

It’s not surprising that Mr. Serrano found his way to Ms. Wilson, who, like Mr. Duncan, the author’s beau ideal of a player, “banks in beauty.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Of course, Swift and her beau announced Tuesday, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2025

The unknown beau was the rich and successful film producer Robert Bradford.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2024

He smiles at Saint Sarah as if he’s expecting her to say, Aw shucks, beau.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali