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as in troupe
an organized group of stage performers
a city that is fortunate enough to have two thriving opera companies
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as in team
a group of people working together on a task
a company of carpenters constructed the frame of the house in no time
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as in firm
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
she works for a construction company
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as in community
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
enjoying each other's company
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as in to travel
to come or be together as friends
in her sermon the minister noted that Jesus had companied with the least privileged and most disadvantaged members of society
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as in to accompany
to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship
may the Good Lord company you on your journey home
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Recent Examples of company
Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
According to the Journal, Brown-Forman, parent company of brands like Jack Daniel’s and Old Forester, rejected Sazerac’s approximately $15 billion offer, which amounted to $32 per share.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 May 2026
In a statement, CEO Jay Foreman said the company plans to put the refund dollars toward supporting its cash flow for the year and toward investments in its team.
—Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
Meta, and other social media companies, must be transparent about their algorithm and internal studies just as cigarette companies misled the pubic for countless years to find that their products were causing cancer.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 5 May 2026
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Noun
Also part of the company are KBCF Consulting, focused on financial and regulatory structuring, and Divergente, a streaming platform for content that is less than an hour long.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
According to the Journal, Brown-Forman, parent company of brands like Jack Daniel’s and Old Forester, rejected Sazerac’s approximately $15 billion offer, which amounted to $32 per share.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 May 2026
In a statement, CEO Jay Foreman said the company plans to put the refund dollars toward supporting its cash flow for the year and toward investments in its team.
—Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
Meta, and other social media companies, must be transparent about their algorithm and internal studies just as cigarette companies misled the pubic for countless years to find that their products were causing cancer.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 5 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for company
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Most of the other troupe members are already in high school.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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The entire thing is a beautifully chaotic blank canvas for Sacramento’s music community to collaborate and mishmash within itself, to forge a platoon of one-off troupes and ramshackle supergroups — check out some prior videos on the event’s Instagram.—
Aaron Davis,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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When Tomlin stepped away as coach in January, the team hired McCarthy, who first began coaching Rodgers in 2006.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 May 2026
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The UConn baseball team had a chance to nail down the Big East title outright, but lost to Villanova, 9-6, at Elliot Ballpark in Storrs.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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Sung, whose résumé includes stints at Abercrombie & Fitch, Pacific Sunwear, Lucky Brand and Amazon Fashion as well as several technology firms, joined Quince two years ago to oversee the men’s division.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
11 May 2026
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But whether that simplification buys private space firms enough time and fuel savings to deliver the landings in 2028 is something NASA will find out in coming months as the companies respond to its proposal.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
11 May 2026
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Presidents have often recognized and honored the Jewish community within the broader story of America.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Flanked by several clergy members of various denominations, Dolan, 76, thanked his former colleagues, as well as civic and community officials, before praising Jesus Christ for his lengthy career in the church.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Adding to the amenities here is the presence of The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, a waterfront resort with an array of accommodations, its own spa, and myriad dining options.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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Founded in 1854, the Mechanics' Institute has managed to maintain its presence after earthquakes, wars and sweeping changes across San Francisco, all while continuing to serve as a cultural hub in the city's downtown core.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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Sofa waves travel at the speed of sound.—
Weike Wang,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Turning my head, sitting, breathing—they all were accompanied by lightning strikes diffused through my body.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
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These initiatives reflect the massive adoption of AI that should be accompanied by guarding the state residents against the serious risk of hallucination.—
Mohamed Suliman,
Boston Herald,
15 May 2026
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The outbreak linked to the MV Hondius began after the Dutch cruise ship, carrying 147 passengers and crew members, departed Argentina on April 1 for a South Atlantic voyage.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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For bigger crews, there’s a three-bedroom Coral Villa and the swirling Perlah Villa complex, which comes with space for up to nine guests and has a pool, dining pavilion, and secluded beachfront lawn for barbecues.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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“Company.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/company. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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