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What’s a Nice Term for Your Ex-Spouse’s New Spouse?

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Cindy from , Kentucky, enjoys a wonderful with her ex-husband’s new wife, and she’s looking for a word to indicate their special connection. The sister of your husband is your sister-in-law, of course, but what’s a good word for the spouse of your ex? She’s considered the term sister-out-law, but that doesn’t feel right. We’ve discussed this question before, and listeners suggested ex-in-law or wife-in-law or step-wife. Others define the in to their children, as in my son’s stepmother. We’re turning on the siren, putting the cherries and berries on the roof, and calling out for more suggestions! Have a better word for the new of your former spouse? Tell us! This is part of a complete episode.

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