couple with

phrasal verb

coupled with; coupling with; couples with
: to join or combine (something) with (something else)
The exhibit couples poems with paintings.
usually used as (be) coupled with
An oil spill coupled with strong winds brought disaster.
The team's win, coupled with a loss by their rivals, put them in first place.

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Russia's military activities in the Indo-Pacific region, including Japan, coupled with its strategic partnership with China, are posing a strong security concern. Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025 The kingdom is betting that rising foreign investment into the industry, coupled with inflows of foreign currency from international visitors, will help support the economy at a time of low oil prices. Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2025 Upon arrival, the warmth and tranquility of the studio, coupled with Starr’s poise and inviting presence, put my mind at ease. Brianna J. Heath, Essence, 27 Oct. 2025 This time around, Democrats are wagering that the unpopularity of the Department of Government Efficiency cuts, coupled with the ongoing shutdown woes, will boost turnout in Spanberger's favor. Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 26 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for couple with

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“Couple with.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/couple%20with. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.

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