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
K'mari Greene, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
Common travel regrets stem from preventable issues like poor planning, budget problems, and choosing the wrong companions.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Our boys are our sons, not our companions.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 2 June 2026
And a majority, 72% of 13-to 17-year-olds have used AI companions at least once, according to a 2025 report by nonprofit Common Sense Media.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 1 June 2026
Florida alleges the company markets ChatGPT as safe for teens while ignoring warnings that some users turn to AI companions for emotional support, relationships and advice on serious personal issues.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 1 June 2026
Sunflowers and marigolds make excellent companions as marigolds repel pests and add color.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
Lisa Ferguson, Perry’s business manager for most of his career and now his estate executor, painted a darker picture, saying Iwamasa deliberately drove out everyone else surrounding Perry, including sober-living companions and medical workers, to shore up his own power and influence.
—Andrew Dalton, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
That said, more research is needed on whether AI companions can actually ease human loneliness, one expert told us.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 May 2026
Noun
From the earliest days of civilization, animals have been human companions.
—K'mari Greene, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
Common travel regrets stem from preventable issues like poor planning, budget problems, and choosing the wrong companions.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Our boys are our sons, not our companions.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 2 June 2026
And a majority, 72% of 13-to 17-year-olds have used AI companions at least once, according to a 2025 report by nonprofit Common Sense Media.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 1 June 2026
Florida alleges the company markets ChatGPT as safe for teens while ignoring warnings that some users turn to AI companions for emotional support, relationships and advice on serious personal issues.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 1 June 2026
Sunflowers and marigolds make excellent companions as marigolds repel pests and add color.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
Lisa Ferguson, Perry’s business manager for most of his career and now his estate executor, painted a darker picture, saying Iwamasa deliberately drove out everyone else surrounding Perry, including sober-living companions and medical workers, to shore up his own power and influence.
—Andrew Dalton, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
That said, more research is needed on whether AI companions can actually ease human loneliness, one expert told us.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companions
Noun
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Bondi has repeatedly faced scrutiny over allegations that the DOJ has, over several presidential administrations, shielded Epstein associates from accountability.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Over 30 people, including members and associates of four major Mafia crime families, Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and ex-NBA player Damon Jones, have been ensnared in the criminal operation.—
Tom Winter,
NBC news,
28 May 2026
Noun
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The group closely manages its propaganda and marketing with several guides that members must strictly adhere to.—
Will Carless,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Outfitters booked hunts for 30 or 40 days and sent the hunters out with a full staff of Indian guides, cooks, and wranglers.—
Anton Money,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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But Harper didn’t do enough to balance his halves.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Instead of those handle halves folding around close to 180 degrees to reveal a central set of pliers like many other Leathermans do, one of the Crunch's handles pulls out and swings downward via an internal arm to reveal the pliers, which in turn swing into position.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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The menu consists of six or so cocktails for parties of up to six guests, served over a two-hour period with light appetizers and accompaniments like Taiwanese chicken nuggets topped with caviar.—
Mike Jordan,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 June 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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Spending has held up, and the economy hasn’t shown the kind of demand collapse that typically accompanies recession-level income weakness.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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The guide who accompanies you will happily memorialize your bravery (and your love) with the obligatory kissing shots along the way.—
Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
Noun
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While acknowledging policy disagreements with colleagues on how best to address street homelessness, Raman argued the city should focus on directing resources toward strategies that have been proven to move people indoors.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
11 June 2026
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Nguyen addressed her colleagues’ concerns directly on Tuesday.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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The union representing the workers said on Friday its members, including cashiers, concession workers, bartenders, dishwashers, cooks and food attendants, voted 96% in favor of a strike.—
Chandelis Duster,
NPR,
6 June 2026
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He is charged with interference with flight crew members and attendants and assault within maritime and territorial jurisdiction.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
3 June 2026
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The World Cup kicks off this week with opening matches starting on Thursday.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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After asking Siri about the World Cup in a demo, the user is able to pull down the tab to access a new text input field and more information about, in the example, World Cup matches.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Companions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companions. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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