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Mr. Right
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the perfect man as a lifelong romantic partner
Idiom
Informal
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
gender specific
Plural form
Mr. Rights
Masculine Singular
Mr. Right
Female Singular
Ms. Right
neutral form
perfect partner
What is the origin of the idiom "Mr. Right" and when to use it?
The idiom "Mr. Right" has gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a term to describe an ideal romantic partner for a woman. It signifies a partner who possesses all the desired qualities, characteristics, and compatibility that a woman seeks in a long-term or lifelong relationship.
Examples
She is still waiting for Mr. Right.
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