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 escorts
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
Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Simpler designs with more cartoon-like features are more likely to be accepted as companions.
—Maya Cakmak, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2025
Bridging that gap will decide whether humanoid robots remain niche performers or evolve into everyday companions alongside advanced AI.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2025
In Nexus Battles, these companions stand beside players as the story uncovers the mysteries of the protagonist’s past.
—David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Good Cilantro Companions When choosing good companions for cilantro, keep growing conditions in mind.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Another risk is that AI companions are trained to be overly charming and agreeable.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2025
In the dining car, staff paired up unlikely dinner companions every meal.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Aug. 2025
Patrick and Brittany have been strong supporters and frequent companions of Swift and Kelce during their two-year relationship, from double date nights at the US Open to dinners out in New Orleans.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Adam’s suicide is just one tragic death that parents have said occurred after their children confided in AI companions.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Simpler designs with more cartoon-like features are more likely to be accepted as companions.
—Maya Cakmak, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2025
Bridging that gap will decide whether humanoid robots remain niche performers or evolve into everyday companions alongside advanced AI.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2025
In Nexus Battles, these companions stand beside players as the story uncovers the mysteries of the protagonist’s past.
—David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Good Cilantro Companions When choosing good companions for cilantro, keep growing conditions in mind.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Another risk is that AI companions are trained to be overly charming and agreeable.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2025
In the dining car, staff paired up unlikely dinner companions every meal.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Aug. 2025
Patrick and Brittany have been strong supporters and frequent companions of Swift and Kelce during their two-year relationship, from double date nights at the US Open to dinners out in New Orleans.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companions
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In 1951, Husseini’s associates murdered one of his foremost rivals, King Abdullah of Jordan.—
Sean Durns,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Honda One of the key elements of Honda-san’s strategy was that associates including mechanics and engineers that worked on road vehicles should also spend time in racing.—
Sam Abuelsamid,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Non-drug factors Psychedelic treatment often involves guides or therapists who help ensure that a patient's psychedelic experience is safe and effective.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
5 Sep. 2025
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There are many kayak guides to take you safely out on the water at night.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Top bottom halves of biscuits with patties, about 2 tablespoons of the hash browns, and top halves of biscuits, cut sides down.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Packers played one of their better first halves in a while and led, 17-3, at the break.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Foreign reporters can currently only enter Gaza when the Israeli military allows and escorts them.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
15 Aug. 2025
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The winner will arrive by private car and be welcomed by a personal concierge who escorts them to the bed placed right next to the baseline.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Nolthenius and his colleagues had to rule out several other possibilities.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Even some of Barrett’s liberal colleagues have said the Constitution and the rule of law could be at risk.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Along with Jay comes an entourage of attendants, among them his manager, Ron Sukenick (Adam Sandler); his publicist, Liz (Laura Dern); and his hair and makeup person, Phoebe (Emily Mortimer, who co-wrote the script with Baumbach).—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
28 Aug. 2025
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The attendants’ mint green uniforms, shaped like the traditional Vietnamese national costume, áo dài, with embroidered lining said to be inspired by the railway tracks, accentuated the air of a bygone era.—
Anna Haines,
AFAR Media,
26 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The twins are now 24 and the sextuplets are 21.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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This hotel is also pet-friendly and offers a number of different room configurations—from double bed studios to suites with a king bed and two twins—to suit solo travellers and groups alike.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Just as heartburn always accompanies a chicken Parmesan, and a hangover always follows a great night out.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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But, because mange often accompanies secondary infections and nutritional imbalances, treatment in the wild is impractical, making the work at Walden's Puddle and other rehabilitation facilities all the more important, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Communications Manager Jason Harmon said.—
Katie Nixon,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Companions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companions. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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