power couple

American

[pou-er kuhp-uhl] / ˈpaʊ ər ˌkʌp əl /

noun

two people in a romantic relationship who are independently well-known or successful in their careers.

They're a glamorous power couple from the Washington, D.C., elite.

Etymology

Origin of power couple

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

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“This is what a real power couple looks like,” said Sarah Christie, legislative director of the Coastal Commission.

From Los Angeles Times

The nonprofit also keeps a public-facing “eagle log,” which provides updates on what the power couple is up to, along with analysis of their behaviors and educational tidbits.

From Los Angeles Times

Bald eagles Jackie and Shadow, Southern California’s most famous feathered power couple, have welcomed their first egg of the 2026 season in their Big Bear nest.

From Los Angeles Times

In major news for followers of Southern California’s most famous feathered power couple, bald eagles Jackie and Shadow have welcomed their first egg of the 2026 season in their Big Bear nest.

From Los Angeles Times

"Fair or not, that is the reputation he's got right now. I'm sure they want to build their own power couple image. But I think the Beckhams have much sharper PR."

From BBC

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