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Marry off

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Parental InvolvementPlay
The phrase often implies that the person getting married may not have had much choice in the decision. SlideDespite her protests, they aimed to marry her off to a wealthy partner.
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Cultural ExpectationsPlay
It may reflect cultural or historical contexts where marriages were commonly arranged rather than based on love. SlideTraditional families often married off their children to strengthen alliances.
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Historically, the phrase was more commonly used to describe daughters being married off, speaking to gender roles. SlideThe noblewoman was married off to secure her family's status.