bear a son

Frequency: 4.52.1 per million words

used for a woman giving birth to a son

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Examples (10)

  • His wife bore him three sons.
  • She hopes to bear a son to continue the family line.
  • Throughout history, many queens were expected to bear a son.
  • After years of trying, she finally bore a healthy son.
  • If she were to bear a son, he would inherit the throne.
  • The ancient prophecy foretold that she would bear a son of great power.
  • It was a great relief when she bore a son, securing the succession.
  • They celebrated joyfully when the empress bore a son.
  • To bear a son was considered a blessing in many cultures.
  • She will soon bear a son, and they are preparing for his arrival.