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elopements
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the act of running away with one's lover to get married without the consent of parents
- The young couple's elopement surprised their families, who had been expecting a traditional wedding.
- Elopement was a common practice among star-crossed lovers in romantic novels of the 19th century.
- Their spontaneous elopement to Las Vegas was met with excitement and disbelief by their friends.
- The elopement rumors spread quickly through the small town, sparking gossip and speculation.
- Despite objections from their parents, they were determined to go ahead with their elopement and start a new life together.