1
as in escorted
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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2
as in coincided
to occur or exist at the same time
a general feeling of weariness often accompanies a cold
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Recent Examples of accompanied
Preston Mizell, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
These travel résumés detail everything from a client’s board positions to whether they’re accompanied by young, noisy children or less-disruptive older teens.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
Above the intricate lace bustier, the bodysuit also featured a massive diamond cutout accompanied by a smaller geometric cutout just below the bust.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
The surge in popularity of prediction markets, including Kalshi and Polymarket, has been accompanied by growing questions about proper regulation and the potential for insider trading.
—Kevin Breuninger,justin Papp, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
Showers will continue Sunday, possibly accompanied by hail and erratic wind gusts.
—Anthony Edwards, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Apr. 2026
Strong thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rain and gusty winds are expected in Boise and the Treasure Valley starting Friday night and lasting through the weekend.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 10 Apr. 2026
Stories are summarized in a single sentence accompanied by a link for those seeking more information.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
The fastball command that Niebla described as his superpower has accompanied the gains in velocity.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The department says Archaga-Elvir was arrested in Texas as an accompanied minor in 2015, but he was released by the Obama administration.
—Preston Mizell, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
The aperitivo—mid-morning snack accompanied by booze—is a quintessential part of the Rastro experience, so pepper your bargain-sleuthing with boozy pit stops.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
These travel résumés detail everything from a client’s board positions to whether they’re accompanied by young, noisy children or less-disruptive older teens.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
Above the intricate lace bustier, the bodysuit also featured a massive diamond cutout accompanied by a smaller geometric cutout just below the bust.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
The surge in popularity of prediction markets, including Kalshi and Polymarket, has been accompanied by growing questions about proper regulation and the potential for insider trading.
—Kevin Breuninger,justin Papp, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
Showers will continue Sunday, possibly accompanied by hail and erratic wind gusts.
—Anthony Edwards, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Apr. 2026
Strong thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rain and gusty winds are expected in Boise and the Treasure Valley starting Friday night and lasting through the weekend.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 10 Apr. 2026
Stories are summarized in a single sentence accompanied by a link for those seeking more information.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
The fastball command that Niebla described as his superpower has accompanied the gains in velocity.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accompanied
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When the chimps finally relented, Basie was escorted back home by an over 50-year-old male chimp named BF, who had appeared to be close with Basie over the years.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2026
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Mexican authorities published pictures in which Balla -- wearing a shirt with a palm tree pattern and sporting a sparse beard -- appears to be escorted by police and security forces.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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The early years of that time period coincided with the onset of the COVID pandemic, where there was little activity of any kind happening.—
Chase Jordan
April 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2026
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The new project, which coincided with the brand’s 50th anniversary, offered casual fans and true aficionados the opportunity to discover the Armani archives with an interactive online platform that collated and organized its collections.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
21 Apr. 2026
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From potholes to questions about Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the city, a small crowd of Valparaiso residents attended the mid-term town hall held by Valparaiso City Council Members Robert Cotton, D-2nd, and Barbara Domer, D-3rd, Saturday afternoon.—
Shelley Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Each soccer club sets their own eligibility criteria for establishing superfans, but usually, PMA Supporters have paid a membership fee and have attended both home and away games.—
Vivian Song,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That’s what happened in Game 3, as Denver largely kept Edwards and Julius Randle in check.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
24 Apr. 2026
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That was a discovery that happened at the end.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But that night the Red Sox bullpen couldn’t hold the lead, and Thursday brought a sense of deja vu.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Down 20, Murray brought the ball over halfcourt, looking for space.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Accompanied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accompanied. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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