Intermarry

usgb/ˌɪntərˈmæri/
verb

To marry someone from a different racial, social, or religious group.

In some societies, it's considered controversial to intermarry with people of different religions.
Visual representation of "intermarry" - To marry someone from a different racial, social, or religious group.

Often appears as...

  • choose to intermarry
  • intermarry between races
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Visual representation of "intermarry"
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Cultural Sensitivity

Remember, discussing intermarriage can be delicate due to varying cultural perspectives on the subject.

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Before you mention how common it is to intermarry, make sure it's a respectful conversation.
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Social Implications

Interracial or interreligious intermarriages may carry significant social implications in some areas.

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They chose to intermarry despite the social implications in their community.
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Historical Context

Historically, intermarry has been used to describe unions that were uncommon or frowned upon.

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Royalty would rarely intermarry with commoners.
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