Definition of buddy system
: an arrangement in which two individuals are paired (as for mutual safety in a hazardous situation)
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When other elderly women are murdered, Bernard and a few of the other men suggest the single retirees start a buddy system and live together, at least for a while, for safety.
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Top three holiday survival tips ▪ Find a workout partner: Using the buddy system works wonders for staying consistent.
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The boardroom buddy system was virtually unheard of five years ago, governance specialists say.
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Down in the depths, six-member crews practice exploring a new world, using such strategies as buddy systems, moving slowly and deliberately through a challenging environment, and carefully planning what to bring to keep themselves safe.
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First Known Use of buddy system
1920
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