1
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
Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 31 Jan. 2026
And almost half would be willing to meet new companions using an app that finds fellow travelers along the same route.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
These everyday companions require a balance of form and function, from high-quality leather tote bags to comfortable backpacks that actually fit a 16-inch laptop.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
Scott and his surviving companions were starving, riddled with frostbite, and experiencing hypothermia.
—Christopher Ferguson, Big Think, 29 Jan. 2026
The two pilots are believed to be eyed as potential companions to Reba McEntire’s current multi-camera sitcom on NBC, Happy’s Place.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2026
Another measure, House Bill 3544, would ban deployment of social AI companions and human-like chatbots to minors and require companies to use reasonable age-verification measures.
—Dylan Goforth, The Frontier, 28 Jan. 2026
Many people experiencing homelessness end up on the streets when their last connection with family and friends is cut and often, pets become important companions, but many interim shelters aren't equipped to accept them.
—Kara Finnstrom, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
Often these residents become domestic fixtures, companions more important than siblings who live across town.
—Colton Valentine, New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2026
Noun
Like the couple, these furry companions are trapped inside this one-floor home.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 31 Jan. 2026
And almost half would be willing to meet new companions using an app that finds fellow travelers along the same route.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
These everyday companions require a balance of form and function, from high-quality leather tote bags to comfortable backpacks that actually fit a 16-inch laptop.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
Scott and his surviving companions were starving, riddled with frostbite, and experiencing hypothermia.
—Christopher Ferguson, Big Think, 29 Jan. 2026
The two pilots are believed to be eyed as potential companions to Reba McEntire’s current multi-camera sitcom on NBC, Happy’s Place.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2026
Another measure, House Bill 3544, would ban deployment of social AI companions and human-like chatbots to minors and require companies to use reasonable age-verification measures.
—Dylan Goforth, The Frontier, 28 Jan. 2026
Many people experiencing homelessness end up on the streets when their last connection with family and friends is cut and often, pets become important companions, but many interim shelters aren't equipped to accept them.
—Kara Finnstrom, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
Often these residents become domestic fixtures, companions more important than siblings who live across town.
—Colton Valentine, New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companions
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Included in the batch were records concerning some of Epstein's famous associates, including Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Britain's Prince Andrew, as well as email correspondence between Epstein and Elon Musk and other prominent contacts from across the political spectrum.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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Blanche declined to comment on whether there was still an ongoing investigation related to Epstein's associates, and pushed back on allegations that the Department is selectively holding back files that might be damaging to the President, who has a long history with Epstein going back decades.—
Philip Wang,
Time,
30 Jan. 2026
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Over the coming years, a team of 57 scientists and local guides explored all the major rivers and tributaries of the Okavango Delta, traversing this vast landscape in dugout canoes, on motorbikes, on foot, and in armored vehicles.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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Its content features topics on skiing, snowboarding, mountains, ski resorts, travel guides, gear reviews, outdoor events, competitions or festivals and more.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The stark difference between the first and second halves was most visible in the play of junior forward Andrew Meadow.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Jan. 2026
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Toasted walnut halves Fried bacon bits 1.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Call in the whole grains gang In accompaniments calling for refined grains, swap in whole-grain alternatives.—
Andrea Kane,
CNN Money,
25 Nov. 2025
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To allow the delicate flavor and texture of the melt-in-your-mouth fish to shine, the Seabird’s accompaniments are less aggressive than those of the Birdman.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Nov. 2025
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Net profit margin is just one way of slicing and dicing all the data that accompanies earnings, of course, and some other measurements are a bit less rosy, Butters pointed out.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
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Barrows manages the future sovereign's schedule, and accompanies her to the various appointments she is called upon to attend.—
Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
31 Jan. 2026
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Some colleagues left their jobs, but others navigated the situation and rose into more powerful positions.—
Chris Lipp,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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South Florida viewers and TV colleagues were mourning this week after learning that a familiar weather personality had died in a plane crash.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
28 Jan. 2026
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The new wages apply to roles such as environmental services technicians, food service assistants, patient safety attendants, and equipment transporters.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Jan. 2026
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The attendants just carried our bags, held umbrellas over us, got our kids settled in the car, and then spent about 10 minutes tying on our boards.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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Inside, organizers enacted extreme heat protocols, forcing closure of the retractable roofs over the main arenas and postponement of matches on the uncovered outer courts.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The trio sit in the top eight of the Champions League table going into this week’s final round of matches.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
26 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Companions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companions. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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