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Bridal vs. Bridle

Bridal

Relating to a woman about to be married or a wedding ceremony

Examples:

Her genuine bridal joy lit up the room.He designed an elegant bridal bouquet for her.The couple danced, lost in their bridal moment.

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Bridle

/'braɪdl/
A device used on a horse's head to control its movements

Examples:

I managed to bridle my temper during the heated debate.He struggled to bridle the horse before the race began.She felt a need to bridle her emotions during the negotiation.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Bridal has the word bride in it, so it's related to weddings.
  • Bridle has the word rid in it, which can remind you of controlling or guiding a horse.
  • Think of bridal as part of a special day for a bride, while bridle is essential for a horse's headgear.
  • Keep in mind that bridal has the same starting letters as bride, pointing towards marriage.
  • Remember that if it involves a horse, its likely bridle' you are looking for.
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