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as in associates
a person frequently seen in the company of another
the reckless companions of one's youth
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2
as in guides
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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as in halves
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 accompaniments
something that is found along with something else
the report and its companion recommendations for action
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as in accompanies
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 companions
Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
Scientists have discovered something about suckerfish that might make their underwater companions want to hide.
—James Powel, USA Today, 14 May 2026
But Impasse is one of those books, and thankfully, my shelves are crowded with dozens of such works, close companions as this world comes to an end.
—Literary Hub, 14 May 2026
Lobelia come in many colors and are the perfect companions for mounding petunias and geraniums.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 14 May 2026
Alongside her loyal — yet unlikely — companions, Ally is thrust into an extraordinary journey that will take her all the way to the surface.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 12 May 2026
Service dogs are not just great companions – they are proven to significantly improve quality of life by helping people live more independently.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 12 May 2026
She is thrust into an extraordinary journey that will take her all the way to the surface, accompanied by her colorful, loyal and unlikely companions.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 11 May 2026
Science fiction has conditioned many people to imagine humanoid robots folding laundry, washing dishes, and becoming household companions.
—Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Noun
After the boat’s motor cut out, and a particularly large wave crashed over the side, the survivor, Amy Friduss, put on a lifejacket and handed others out to her nine companions in the boat.
—Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
Scientists have discovered something about suckerfish that might make their underwater companions want to hide.
—James Powel, USA Today, 14 May 2026
But Impasse is one of those books, and thankfully, my shelves are crowded with dozens of such works, close companions as this world comes to an end.
—Literary Hub, 14 May 2026
Lobelia come in many colors and are the perfect companions for mounding petunias and geraniums.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 14 May 2026
Alongside her loyal — yet unlikely — companions, Ally is thrust into an extraordinary journey that will take her all the way to the surface.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 12 May 2026
Service dogs are not just great companions – they are proven to significantly improve quality of life by helping people live more independently.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 12 May 2026
She is thrust into an extraordinary journey that will take her all the way to the surface, accompanied by her colorful, loyal and unlikely companions.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 11 May 2026
Science fiction has conditioned many people to imagine humanoid robots folding laundry, washing dishes, and becoming household companions.
—Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companions
Noun
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Indeed, as the 1980s wore on, the most profitable banks were those who could muster the largest number of associates to dream up deals, analysts to vet them, salespeople to win new business, and traders to buy and sell securities.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
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Weeks earlier, in late May of 2022, Lago and several associates had purchased a storefront directly across the street and then leased it to Location Ventures as a future sales center for roughly $12,400 a month.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Inside, the crowd was impassioned but courteous; even the river guides had tucked in their shirts.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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The service Awasi’s personalized one-on-one guiding service works seamlessly in Patagonia, where highly experienced and well-trained guides are with you from pick-up to drop-off.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Once the two halves are equipped and welded together, vacuum pumps will remove the air to create an environment similar to outer space, providing the structural support necessary to withstand external air pressure.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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Spread more garlic mayo on the top halves of muffins and add to sandwiches.—
Jed Portman,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
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Beachy handbags, light jackets, classic pearls, chunky boots—your choice of accompaniments can take things from romantic to edgy to eclectic.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
28 Apr. 2026
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The songs, which in the original serve to introduce each cat’s personality, now operate as loose accompaniments to various categories at the ball.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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From the beginning, the emphasis centered on preparation, consistency, and respect for the emotional complexity that accompanies divorce and custody matters.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Creams and lotions can help ease the itching that accompanies the rash, and prompt medical attention reduces the chance of complications like postherpetic neuralgia or vision problems.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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People showed up the following morning for their sessions, but he and his colleagues were forced to turn them away.—
Annie Hylton,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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Guests rub shoulders with neighborhood executives looking for an express lunch with colleagues at Il Cittadino.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Noun
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People milled about in suits and sunglasses, as parking attendants guided car after car into a dusty lot.—
Rose Evans
Updated May 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 May 2026
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Hotel housekeepers and cruise-cabin attendants are experts at creating spaces that feel polished and instantly put together, often by focusing on just one high-impact detail.—
Colleen Sullivan,
Martha Stewart,
2 May 2026
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The first-year midfielder has six goals in 11 matches.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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The apex of international soccer will be on display this summer in Atlanta, but not everyone can get tickets to see the World Cup matches in the flesh.—
Zachary Hansen,
AJC.com,
11 May 2026
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“Companions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companions. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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