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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
Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Bruce Dern plays their caretaker, a man who refuses the order to destroy them and is left alone on the ship, tending the plants and teaching his small drone companions to help him.
—Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
As temperatures tick up across California, pet owners could be putting their animal companions in danger.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 16 Mar. 2026
One-third of teens already prefer AI companions over humans for serious conversations, according to a 2025 survey conducted by Common Sense Media, a nonprofit organization that helps families navigate age-appropriate media choices.
—Asuka Koda, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
Many young people feel isolated and lonely in an increasingly online and polarized world and AI companions are a quick fix, explains James Sherer, MD, a psychiatrist and deputy chief medical officer at Hackensack Meridian Carrier Clinic.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 7 Mar. 2026
Like their grass companions, broadleaf weeds work to control erosion and sequester carbon.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
Some mental health experts believe the rapid adoption of AI companions is outpacing the development of safety safeguards.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
When clinicians practice this way, patients still seek out peers — but as companions, not counterweights.
—Scott Hamilton, STAT, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
The character has the potential to become one of the most beloved sci-fi companions in recent memory.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Bruce Dern plays their caretaker, a man who refuses the order to destroy them and is left alone on the ship, tending the plants and teaching his small drone companions to help him.
—Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
As temperatures tick up across California, pet owners could be putting their animal companions in danger.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 16 Mar. 2026
One-third of teens already prefer AI companions over humans for serious conversations, according to a 2025 survey conducted by Common Sense Media, a nonprofit organization that helps families navigate age-appropriate media choices.
—Asuka Koda, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
Many young people feel isolated and lonely in an increasingly online and polarized world and AI companions are a quick fix, explains James Sherer, MD, a psychiatrist and deputy chief medical officer at Hackensack Meridian Carrier Clinic.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 7 Mar. 2026
Like their grass companions, broadleaf weeds work to control erosion and sequester carbon.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
Some mental health experts believe the rapid adoption of AI companions is outpacing the development of safety safeguards.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
When clinicians practice this way, patients still seek out peers — but as companions, not counterweights.
—Scott Hamilton, STAT, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companions
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In Colombia, there have been multiple investigations into Petro's closest associates.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Investigators identified Carrillo and his associates as part of a drug trafficking operation responsible for manufacturing and distributing methamphetamine in Calaveras County.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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These guides focus on traditional buffets, where guests can take their pick from a variety of prepared dishes.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
18 Mar. 2026
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Now in its 13th year, this adventure travel company has brought more than 1,000 women up Africa’s tallest mountain—including local women, enabling them to be guides of their own mountain.—
The Editors,
Outside,
18 Mar. 2026
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Duke entered the bonus with over 10 minutes remaining in the first and second halves and shot 23 free throws compared to 10 for the Horned Frogs.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Mar. 2026
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Oklahoma played one of its most efficient halves of the season to go up 57-35 at the break.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Mar. 2026
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The pianist and vocal coach Bénédicte Jourdois, NYFOS’s associate artistic director, assisted with the accompaniments and with the stage patter, of which there is always a fair amount.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2026
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Classic wing accompaniments like celery, carrot sticks, ranch, and blue cheese are always welcome on the side.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Feb. 2026
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However despite these developments being widely celebrated, little is known about gentrification, the phenomenon that often accompanies urbanization.—
Chloe Wong,
Hartford Courant,
16 Mar. 2026
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The film accompanies four young people — two from Linares and two Chinese engineers — just as the old Santana factory, a symbol of the city, reopens.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Liberal Democrat lawmaker Liam McArthur, who drew up the Scottish bill, had urged colleagues to back it.—
JILL LAWLESS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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Talarico has criticized his Republican colleagues in the Texas state legislature for allegedly being in the pockets of the petroleum industry.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Mar. 2026
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Nuns often served as birth attendants to women in their communities.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Mar. 2026
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Drivers brawled with attendants when the gas ran out, or when the lines weren’t moving fast enough, and cops closed down the stations, which made no one happy.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026
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Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2026
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The winners of those two matches will meet on Tuesday, March 31 of the following week to contest one final match to decide who goes to the World Cup.—
José Sánchez Córdova,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Companions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companions. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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