Zoeken
to marry into something
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to enter a particular family, social class, or other group by marrying a person who belongs to that group or family
Example
The ambitious young lawyer saw an opportunity to advance her career by marrying into politics, and soon became a trusted advisor to her husband, a rising star in the state legislature.
He was criticized by some for seemingly marrying into the fashion industry solely for fame and fortune.
She married into a wealthy family, and she knows which side her bread is buttered on.
Voorbeeld
The ambitious young lawyer saw an opportunity to advance her career by marrying into politics, and soon became a trusted advisor to her husband, a rising star in the state legislature.
He was criticized by some for seemingly marrying into the fashion industry solely for fame and fortune.
She married into a wealthy family, and she knows which side her bread is buttered on.
The young heiress was expected to marry into aristocracy and continue her family's tradition of social prominence and political influence.
She married into a well-fixed family, allowing her to enjoy a life of comfort and ease.
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