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Many people believe that living with a partner for several years entitles them to the same rights as marriage. But as Clare Dyer reports, there is no such thing as a 'common-law wife'. (The Guardian)

Although the terms common-law wife or husband are frequently used to describe a couple who live together, these relationships do not have legal recognition. (citizensadvice.org.uk)

The term 'common-law' husband or wife is often used but has no legal standing. It is a common misunderstanding that a couple will have established a 'common-law marriage' after living together for a period of time. (citizensadvice.org.uk)

He paid more than $2,000 (£1,278) to arrange travel for himself, his wife and three children. This is big money by local standards, and has kept the numbers of returnees fairly low. (BBC News)