ex
Example Sentences
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A future bandmate’s ex had one of her songs on a playlist, having no idea it was Small.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Heath Hirschi wanted out of paying $2,700 a month in spousal support payments after his ex married someone his legal team called a “well-known Hollywood actor.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
On his return to south Wales he was arrested on suspicion of kidnap when he described Veisi as his carer rather than his ex wife.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
The chief judge, Anna Blackburne-Rigsby, told Martin that he could not speak with her ex parte—outside the formal process and without Fox present—and would have to follow standard procedure.
From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026
There is reason to believe that recollection was an ex post facto elaboration; those on the scene recall a sensation more suggestive of relief and euphoria in the air.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
