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When does the waiting period for a woman whose husband died on October 10, 2008, corresponding to Dhul-Qa'dah 11, 1429 AH, end?

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The 'iddah (waiting period) for a widow who is not pregnant is four months and ten days, beginning from the day her husband dies. As for a pregnant woman, her 'iddah ends upon delivery.

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