cohabitation

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To ward off disputes, some unmarried couples have started turning to cohabitation agreements, which are like the prenups married couples use.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

“To protect your assets, a cohabitation agreement in California is essential,” the law firm says.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

A unifying figure on the left, Jospin led a coalition government of Socialists, Greens and Communists in a cohabitation arrangement with centre-right President Jacques Chirac.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

“In myself, there’s this constant cohabitation of dark and light and aggressive and sweet sounds,” she continues.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025

Barely two days into our cohabitation, Camel’s tremors are so bad he can’t even speak.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen