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money or property that a wife or wife's family gives to her husband when the wife and husband marry in some cultures
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Recent Examples of dowry
Textiles are made for dowries, burials, and beliefs.
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Natalie Stoclet, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
In posts which have subsequently been deleted from his X account, Al-Sheikh described only being able to afford a single sandwich from his favourite store, and needing to sell jewellery to pay his wedding dowry.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Cameras followed them for milestone moments, including when David struggled to pay Annie's dowry in Thailand.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
This is no hostile takeover proposal — more like an actual proposal-proposal, with a really big dowry.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2025
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Natalie Stoclet, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
In posts which have subsequently been deleted from his X account, Al-Sheikh described only being able to afford a single sandwich from his favourite store, and needing to sell jewellery to pay his wedding dowry.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Cameras followed them for milestone moments, including when David struggled to pay Annie's dowry in Thailand.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
This is no hostile takeover proposal — more like an actual proposal-proposal, with a really big dowry.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dowry
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The Senate increased access to Pell for short-term job programs and maintains present eligibility standards, but will limit graduate student loans and raise university endowments.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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However, in this case, Heart of the Nation says its reserves are held in an endowment, not currently being spent on renovations or capital projects.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
18 July 2025
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In May, the proud mom shared a Reel on her Instagram of her Mother's Day celebration with her family of nine, which included cards, flowers and gifts from her kids.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The stunning teahouse was a gift from Dushanbe, Tajikistan, to its sister city of Boulder.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
1 Aug. 2025
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His 2024 contributions are quantifiable: 8.5 sacks, 40 quarterback hits and 67 pressures, the latter the most by an interior lineman, per Next Gen Stats.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
1 Aug. 2025
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Found in Baie De Baly National Park, this arboreal gecko is named after wildlife photographer Arne Hartig for his contributions to gecko exploration.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
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At present, Snap has a market capitalization of $16 billion.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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When asked about the performance comparison with Verstappen, Tsunoda admitted that his teammate was the best driver on the grid at present, but refused to be compared with him.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
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This elevates the dish, giving it both a unique and refined presentation.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Some colors even have matching tops, such as this deep chocolate color with a matching blazer for a polished look suitable for work, presentations, and more.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
12 July 2025
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Those celebrating also pay zakat al-fitr, an alms-tax that goes towards those in need.—
Juliana LaBianca,
Good Housekeeping,
26 Jan. 2023
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In 2007, amid rising fuel prices and yet another economic crisis, Buddhist monks led mass protests in Yangon and other cities, overturning their alms bowls to signal disenchantment with the military junta.—
Hannah Beech,
BostonGlobe.com,
29 July 2022
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Church offering plates are meant for tithes and charity, not political contributions.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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According to the Internet, all opponents of Caitlin Clark should create an HOV lane for her to the basket, give her at least 5-feet on 3-point shots, and after each game provide a tithe to her account.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 June 2025
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The challenge has pivoted into a nationwide fundraiser for St. Jude Hospital, and the couple celebrated $4 million donations during their stay in Michigan.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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Stratford schools have raised $2 million in donations for the American Heart Association over time.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
13 July 2025
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“Dowry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dowry. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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