1
as in associate
a person frequently seen in the company of another
the reckless companions of one's youth
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2
as in guide
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
a dapper gentleman who's a frequent companion of widowed dowagers at society galas
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3
as in half
either of a pair matched in one or more qualities
a sketch that is a companion to the original drawing
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as in accompaniment
something that is found along with something else
the report and its companion recommendations for action
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as in to accompany
to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship
movie heroes are often companioned by wisecracking sidekicks
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Recent Examples of companion
James Perkins Mastromarino, NPR, 14 Mar. 2025
What a rare and thrilling opportunity to watch Chris Pratt exchange snarky but affectionate banter with a small, smart-mouthed CGI companion!
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 7 Mar. 2025
Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 14 June 2023
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Noun
Time after time, your off-brand chocobo will deliver you to a monster's lair for a perfunctory pummeling while your companions spout exposition.
—James Perkins Mastromarino, NPR, 14 Mar. 2025
What a rare and thrilling opportunity to watch Chris Pratt exchange snarky but affectionate banter with a small, smart-mouthed CGI companion!
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for companion
Noun
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Marie Cohen is author of the blog Child Welfare Monitor and a senior project associate at Lives Cut Short.—
Marie Cohen,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Mar. 2025
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Andrew Warren, senior associate for policy and research at the Financial Health Network, who studies the financial circumstances of Americans with disabilities, said that the vast majority of people surveyed for a 2023 report by the organization did not know these accounts existed.—
Cora Lewis,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2025
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For more, check out How to Shop for Vinyl Online and How to Clean Vinyl, or our guides on the Best Turntables or Best Bookshelf Speakers.—
Parker Hall,
WIRED,
19 Mar. 2025
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The Heritage Foundation is most recently known as the publisher and leader of Project 2025, a conservative federal policy guide mirroring many of President Donald Trump's policies.—
Lisa Richwine,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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More than half of the hostages being held by Hamas terrorists are believed to be dead.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
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In the second half, Aaron Long followed up the rebound from a Pulskamp save on a set-piece to make it 2-0.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2025
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Crackers, nuts, jams, honey, fruit, and bread are ideal accompaniments.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Mar. 2025
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In my experience, the cheese course comes first in the U.S. and is more of grazing board with charcuterie and fun accompaniments.—
Liza B. Zimmerman,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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On May 30, 2023, when no one was at the church, security cameras caught an unlikely scene: Lucas, in full dark cassock, showed up in broad daylight, accompanied by a locksmith who changed the locks on the church doors and mailbox.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2025
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Photo : Andrew Hoppin/Portal Media The wet bar is accompanied by a cozy conversation space alongside the kitchen.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2025
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In this mostly fictional version, the reclusive Omara has to decide whether or not to come back from retirement and record with her old colleagues from the fervent Cuban years, thus confronting those ghosts.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
20 Mar. 2025
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Because of this, Becker sent approximately 80% of his collection to his unidentified colleague in Florida.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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That tour required the blessing of ICC security consultants, who were shuttled around in armored vehicles with police escorts to assess Pakistan's preparedness to host the event.—
Betsy Joles,
NPR,
2 Mar. 2025
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Told through the perspective of three clinic escort leaders in Ohio, North Carolina and Maryland, this film investigates the struggle to maintain safety and battle mental exhaustion on the front lines of America’s longest culture war.—
Hilary Lewis,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Mar. 2025
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Multiple friends and family members of Natasha’s were seen at the hospital hours before her death was announced, including her mother and actress Vanessa Redgrave, sister Joely Richardson, actress Lauren Bacall and her husband, Liam.—
Kayla Keegan,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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While hosting a barbecue with friends, Sean was trying to manage smoke from a fire alarm when Moose, a rescue dog the family adopted just a few months prior, suddenly became aggressive, biting the towel and nipping the Bachelor alum's finger.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Companion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companion. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
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