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Although the number of divorces [increased|has increased|increases|had increased], British people continue to date and marry. [In|For|About|On] average, British couples are in a relationship and live together [for|about|since|in] several years before [having|getting|taking|becoming] married. This varies greatly depending on individual circumstances and family background. The usual age of first marriage is 33 for men and 30 for women.

Almost half of the British marriages end in divorce. However, the institution of marriage remains dominant and is held in high regard. In society, it is expected that a strong couple will want to "take the plunge". Yet some couples make up their [brains|minds|heads|thoughts] not to marry and they just live together.