missus

Example Sentences

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The monster’s missus comes with as much narrative anticipation as Godot.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

"I stood in the kitchen and my missus said to me, 'Hey Usman, I've never seen you look like this before', and I just burst into tears."

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

The worst time I had was always when I was alone, before the game in the hotel or when my missus or my family were not around.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

He was awarded the cash at a ceremony, and when asked what he would do with the bonus, he said "five for me and five for the missus".

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2024

When I casually asked where the missus was hiding, the doctor said she was upstairs resting.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx