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as in to escort
to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship
children using the pool must be accompanied by a parent at all times
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Recent Examples of accompany
Hilton moved to California in 2012, accompanying his wife, Rachel Whetstone, a former UK Conservative Party adviser who became a spokeswoman for tech companies, with stints at Google, Facebook, Uber and Netflix.
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
He was accompanied Thursday afternoon at Petco Park by 16-year-old grandson Sullivan Fischbein, who flew down from the Bay Area earlier in the day to watch the Padres open the season against the Detroit Tigers.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Other exceptions include an allowance for coaches to enter during athletic events, or for parents or guardians to accompany a child or family member who needs assistance.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
Light rain showers could accompany the afternoon temperature drop.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
He was accompanied Thursday afternoon at Petco Park by 16-year-old grandson Sullivan Fischbein, who flew down from the Bay Area earlier in the day to watch the Padres open the season against the Detroit Tigers.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Other exceptions include an allowance for coaches to enter during athletic events, or for parents or guardians to accompany a child or family member who needs assistance.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
Light rain showers could accompany the afternoon temperature drop.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accompany
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After a seamless check-in process with the front-desk staffers stationed in the stylish Library Lounge, I was escorted to my room, which had north- and west-facing windows.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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European defense officials are also in advanced discussions to escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz once the war ends, sources told the New York Times.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
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In the piece published March 21, the 54-year-old actress chronicles her previously undisclosed breast cancer diagnosis, which coincided with both of her parents dying in hospice care.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Lakers’ winning streak coincided with the team’s best run of health this season, Redick said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Mar. 2026
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Most people will never attend a political rally in person, and most hang up when pollsters call.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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In the 2026-27 school year, Ellis and Abbott middle schools in Elgin will house those students who will attend Legacy the following year.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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When not giddily tearing apart the rom-com – a key conversation between Charlie and Emma happens in the trope-iest of cinematic eateries, a diner – Borgli asks really major thematic questions with his controversial subject matter.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek held a press conference three hours after the crash and detailed what happened.—
Megan Armstrong,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Melanie Benesh from the Environmental Working Group, which has worked closely with Gabriel throughout the years on his legislation, said if the bill were to be passed, shoppers could see the seals on breads, yogurts, snacks and cereals.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Current did not call upon any of Croix Bethune, Debinha, Lo LaBonta, Michelle Cooper, and Ellie Bravo-Young in the starting lineup, as Armas opted for rotation given a road trip that sees KC play three games in seven days.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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As Los Angeles County activists continue their search for the suspect or suspects who have shot multiple alley cats in South Los Angeles with a BB gun, PETA has offered a $5,000 reward in hopes of bringing the crimes to a stop.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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This brings the total to five Israeli soldiers killed in southern Lebanon since the conflict with Hezbollah reignited after the militant group fired rockets into Israel on March 2.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Muti has companioned with many composers throughout his life, but maybe especially with Mozart and Verdi.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
14 June 2023
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“Accompany.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accompany. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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