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or less commonly prenup
or prenuptial
: an agreement made between two people before marrying that establishes rights to property and support in the event of divorce or death
Prenuptial agreements have long been used by couples who want to set down the terms of any future divorce before they walk down the aisle.—
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Desa PhiladelphiaEven though there's a prenup, it's unclear how much of Liz's money Fortensky will end up with …—Newsweek
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On the eve of their wedding, Sullivan asked McClinton to sign a prenuptial agreement.
—Hilda Dzietror, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2024
The filing also pertains to their prenuptial agreement.
—Liza Esquibias, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024
The pair were stated to have a prenuptial agreement in place.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 8 Oct. 2024
Planning for a prenuptial agreement is a highly intricate process that requires thorough consideration.
—Christine Fletcher, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
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Hilda Dzietror, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2024
The filing also pertains to their prenuptial agreement.
—Liza Esquibias, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024
The pair were stated to have a prenuptial agreement in place.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 8 Oct. 2024
Planning for a prenuptial agreement is a highly intricate process that requires thorough consideration.
—Christine Fletcher, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for prenuptial agreement
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