Marriage Idioms

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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 ➺


ball and chain

Meaning: Refers to something or someone that is seen as a burden, restriction, or hindrance.

Example: His financial debts have become a ball and chain, preventing him from pursuing his dreams. Read more ➺


match made in heaven

Meaning: A perfect relationship or union that feels destined or fated.

Example: Their marriage is a match made in heaven, filled with love and understanding. Read more ➺


pop the question

Meaning: propose marriage to someone

Example: I heard you had a special date with Tom yesterday; so did he pop the question, then? Read more ➺


tie the knot

Meaning: to get married

Example: They have been dating each other for quite some time now and are planning to tie the knot a few months from now. Read more ➺


get hitched

Meaning: to get married

Example: Have you heard? Marge and Sam are getting hitched this weekend. Read more ➺


better half

Meaning: spouse

Example: I think a two-bedroom flat would suit us but I'd better confirm it with my better half. Read more ➺


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