in pairs

idiom

: in a group of two people or things
working in pairs on an assignment
walking down the aisle in pairs

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The layered effect here is strong, with bird wings overlapping each other on various pieces; the animals also appear in pairs or alone throughout the collection. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025 New this season, some recruits will arrive in pairs consisting of spouses and family members, but will compete individually. Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2025 Presumably, casting directors looking for seasoned reality stars would prioritize players who bring potential drama with them — which is why so many alumni travel in pairs. Laura Bradley, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025 There is information in pairs of particles, but not in individual ones. Quanta Magazine, 8 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in pairs

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“In pairs.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20pairs. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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