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humor Babylon Bee 2026-05-04

Engagement Ring Cost Now Tied To Volatile Gas Prices, Experts Advise

Ah, love! Now the price of a promise is measured in gallons, because what says 'forever' like a fluctuating fuel gauge? Get ready to propose with an empty tank, youngsters!


<img src="https://media.babylonbee.com/articles/69f8c6ca9e09769f8c6ca9e098.jpg" style="width: 100%;" width="400" /><p>LOS ANGELES, CA β€” New data from relationship experts says an engagement ring should cost at least two full tanks of gas, information that many believe will make it difficult for young couples to find something in their budgets.</p>

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