Marriage Idioms

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honeymoon period

Meaning: A short phase of happiness, harmony, and excitement at the start of a relationship, job, or new experience.

Example: The new teacher enjoyed a honeymoon period where students were on their best behavior. Read more ➺


June bride

Meaning: An ideal or traditional bride, since June is considered the most popular and lucky month for weddings. (figurative)

Example: The June bride was celebrated as a symbol of happiness and good fortune. (figurative) Read more ➺


till death do us part

Meaning: A vow of lifelong commitment, usually in marriage, promising to remain together until one partner dies.

Example: During their wedding, Sarah and John promised to love each other till death do us part, vowing to face all challenges together. Read more ➺


marriage of convenience

Meaning: A relationship or union formed for practical, financial, political, or social advantage rather than love.

Example: They entered into a marriage of convenience to strengthen their family businesses. Read more ➺


take the plunge

Meaning: To make a bold or risky decision, often after hesitation.

Example: After months of doubt, she decided to take the plunge and start her own company. Read more ➺


wedded bliss

Meaning: A state of deep happiness and harmony in marriage.

Example: They were still in wedded bliss during their first year together. Read more ➺


happily ever after

Meaning: A joyful, idealized conclusion to a story or situation, often implying lasting happiness.

Example: After overcoming many challenges, they lived happily ever after in their cozy village. Read more ➺


settle down

Meaning: To begin living a quieter, more stable, or responsible life.

Example: After years of traveling, he decided to settle down and live a peaceful life. Read more ➺


walk down the aisle

Meaning: To get married; to participate in a wedding ceremony.

Example: After years of dating, they finally decided to walk down the aisle Read more ➺


shotgun wedding

Meaning: A marriage arranged hurriedly due to social pressure, usually because of an unplanned pregnancy.

Example: The couple had a shotgun wedding after the pregnancy news spread. Read more ➺


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