wives

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They take our data, our time and our attention, and then turn around and monetize it, selling it for profit to ensure that we continue to fund their wives’ frivolous trips into space.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Many presidents raised their wives’ children from previous marriages.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2024

And perhaps most importantly, they are willing to make personal sacrifices for their wives’ aspirations, something particularly true of Emhoff.

From Slate • Aug. 21, 2024

Its government said that there were "no border violations by Mi-8 and Mi-24 helicopters", and described the accusation as an "old wives' tale".

From BBC • Aug. 10, 2023

“A nervous breakdown. I dislike that expression, it has a very old wives’ tale vibe to it.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie