as in attendant
present at the same time and place
you can enjoy your video games in here, but preferably without the accompanying sound effects
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1
as in escorting
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 coinciding
to occur or exist at the same time
a general feeling of weariness often accompanies a cold
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Recent Examples of accompanying
Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
The accompanying music video adds a B-movie layer of fun to the whole affair.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2025
Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
As always, Riverfest, an all-day affair with music, food, entertainment and other family fun, concludes with the 30-minute Rozzi Fireworks show on both sides of the Ohio River, along with the accompanying soundtrack from WEBN.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
First, existing city codes and the accompanying permit process need to be updated to better reflect how the surf schools are actually using the beaches, said Dave Knopp, the city’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts director.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
The accompanying music video adds a B-movie layer of fun to the whole affair.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
The Houthis' denials, however, highlight the information war accompanying the conflict, with each side seeking to shape perceptions of success and failure.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
As always, Riverfest, an all-day affair with music, food, entertainment and other family fun, concludes with the 30-minute Rozzi Fireworks show on both sides of the Ohio River, along with the accompanying soundtrack from WEBN.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accompanying
Adjective
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The conference call did not so much address the controversy as paint the campaigns — and the attendant exposure — as a kind of marketing masterclass.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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Perhaps the most telling piece of evidence testifying to the importance of fire for our kind was the attendant suite of changes to the anatomy of the now-varied group of hominins, various species of which spanned not only Africa but also Eurasia as the Pleistocene drew on, from Spain to Indonesia.—
Peter Brannen,
Big Think,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Turner then was seen going into the same restroom and, moments later, escorting Mitchell out.—
Chris Ramirez,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Multiple armed security could be seen escorting Singh Pannun at the rally.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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The Skokie location is set to partially reopen in January, with a full reopening planned for late summer 2026, coinciding with the closure of the temporary location.—
Kelly Haramis,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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The new Bird on a Rock collections debut Tuesday, coinciding with the launch of the campaign across print and digital channels.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
2 Sep. 2025
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Trump has long been a sports fan, often attending events on the campaign trail and golfing with famous athletes.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Carolyn Donaldson, who grew up across the street from Macedonia, remembers as a small child attending services there with her parents.—
Bea L. Hines,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Investors should weigh the substantial upside potential—as high as 40x, as noted in previous analysis—against a realistic view of timelines and associated risks.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Provide point protection for Balch Camp PG&E hydro-electric and residential facilities, two powerhouses, Balch communication reflector, penstock and valve houses, and associated power distribution lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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His reaction to seeing his name on topping a list of creators who influence a billion dollar industry?—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
5 Sep. 2025
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Corr appeared to have knowledge of the victims daily routines and would make comments about ‘seeing them soon’.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Accompanying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accompanying. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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