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Definition of «suitor»

A suitor is a person who seeks the hand of another in marriage, often through a courtship process. The term can also refer to someone who pursues an opportunity or engages in negotiations for a particular purpose, such as acquiring a business or securing a contract.

Usage examples

  1. The young princess had many suitors vying for her hand in marriage.
  2. Maria received a dozen roses from an anonymous suitor, leaving her curious and intrigued.
  3. She politely declined her persistent suitor's invitation for a date.
  4. After a long courtship, Sarah finally found a suitor who understood and appreciated her passion for music.
  5. The wealthy businessman emerged as the leading suitor for the company's acquisition.
  6. The suitor showcased his artful skills by sending the object of his affection a beautifully crafted love letter.
  7. Jane's parents were thrilled when their daughter brought home a suitor who matched her intelligence and ambitions.
  8. In her debut novel, the protagonist faced a dilemma when two suitors expressed their love for her, forcing her to make a difficult decision.
  9. Despite the suitor's numerous attempts to impress her with grand gestures, she was unmoved and remained uninterested.
  10. The suitor went to great lengths to win the heart of his beloved, including learning to play her favorite instrument.

Phrases with «suitor»

Sentences with «suitor»

  • Management meetings are set to begin late next week for potential suitors of the nation's biggest milk processor Murray Goulburn. (afr.com)
  • Rumours said Hernandez's girlfriend, Andrea Duro, wanted him to move to Spain, and there would be no shortage of suitors in the Spanish top flight for Chicharito - in fact there were La Liga clubs wishing to sign him before he opted for a return to the Premier League with West Ham Continue reading «Javier Hernandez refutes Spain exit rumours» (footballtransferrumours.net)
  • But as the years went on, and both Mexx and Liz Claiborne grew older, the parent company began to struggle and started looking for potential suitors for Mexx. (canadianbusiness.com)
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