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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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Such interventions underline how, as AI companions appear increasingly lifelike to their human users, the challenge is ensuring that their makers also incorporate human clinical and ethical considerations in their code.
—IEEE Spectrum, 6 May 2026
The most compelling onscreen friendships present the relationship as a kind of osmosis, one in which two companions affectionately absorb each other’s qualities and quirks over time.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 4 May 2026
Plants that prevent pests, welcome pollinators, and suppress weeds can be great companions for fruit trees, but there are also some plants to avoid.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
After her brush with celebrity, Mager traveled the country in a van with her raptor companions, giving educational talks to community groups and school children, according to Audubon magazine which profiled her in 2019.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026
The bond baseball broadcasters have with listeners is usually tight, because the people in the booths are companions on a journey that begins in February during spring training and, for two lucky teams, ends in either October or November.
—Andrew Marchand, New York Times, 4 May 2026
The new coding companions are already available on the Windows and macOS versions of Codex.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 3 May 2026
Asparagus When planted as companions, asparagus and nightshade crops create a symbiotic relationship that deters insect pests from both plants.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 3 May 2026
Noun
Expect your companions to be intellectual spa obsessives who understand the breadth of founder Marina Efraimoglou’s vision, and sun-loving Europeans in need of a post-Covid reset.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Such interventions underline how, as AI companions appear increasingly lifelike to their human users, the challenge is ensuring that their makers also incorporate human clinical and ethical considerations in their code.
—IEEE Spectrum, 6 May 2026
The most compelling onscreen friendships present the relationship as a kind of osmosis, one in which two companions affectionately absorb each other’s qualities and quirks over time.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 4 May 2026
Plants that prevent pests, welcome pollinators, and suppress weeds can be great companions for fruit trees, but there are also some plants to avoid.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
After her brush with celebrity, Mager traveled the country in a van with her raptor companions, giving educational talks to community groups and school children, according to Audubon magazine which profiled her in 2019.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026
The bond baseball broadcasters have with listeners is usually tight, because the people in the booths are companions on a journey that begins in February during spring training and, for two lucky teams, ends in either October or November.
—Andrew Marchand, New York Times, 4 May 2026
The new coding companions are already available on the Windows and macOS versions of Codex.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 3 May 2026
Asparagus When planted as companions, asparagus and nightshade crops create a symbiotic relationship that deters insect pests from both plants.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 3 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companions
Noun
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The department released the files after the deadline passed and has faced criticism for removing or not releasing some documents and simultaneously failing to redact the names of numerous Epstein victims while redacting the names of some of Epstein’s friends and associates.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The tools, built on data from past purchases, preferences and browsing behavior, will enable associates to provide more informed and engaging service tailored to individual customers.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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An unstable ice block delayed Mount Everest’s climbing season until late April, yet around 464 climbers and their guides remain determined despite the danger and soaring permit costs.—
Binaj Gurubacharya,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The service Service is warm and efficient, with a concierge team available to set you up with guides to take you around Istanbul’s many great sites, including the Grand Bazaar, a cavernous and overwhelming shopping experience that benefits greatly from some inside knowledge.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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The festival is broken into two halves, with an Intermission Party in between, featuring festive food, creative opportunities, and music, offering a chance to mingle with the artists and fellow guests amid the beauty of the farm.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Bridges was benched for the majority of the second halves in Games 3 and 4.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
7 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
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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
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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
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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 14 May. 2026.
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