as in friendship
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
They missed the companionship of longtime friends after moving to California.
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Recent Examples of companionship
Sponsored and provided by LifeBridge Health Pets bring joy, companionship and unconditional love into our lives.
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CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
As millions of people turn to AI for companionship and guidance, that agreeableness may pose a subtle but serious threat.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
To be sure, no amount of planning and human companionship can eliminate every threat.
—Neal K. Shah, Boston Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
As well as companionship, some products are pitched to parents as learning tools.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026
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CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
As millions of people turn to AI for companionship and guidance, that agreeableness may pose a subtle but serious threat.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
To be sure, no amount of planning and human companionship can eliminate every threat.
—Neal K. Shah, Boston Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
As well as companionship, some products are pitched to parents as learning tools.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for companionship
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companionship
Noun
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The brothers had a disagreement a couple of years ago and their friendship has suffered a rift.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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But today, 46 years into their friendship, Affleck and Damon have built respected careers as industry leading co-producers, business partners, directors and actors.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Click above to watch Gadd and co-star Jamie Bell face off in a story about brotherhood, friendship, loyalty, anger and violence down the decades.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2026
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In the present day, Ruben shows up unannounced at Niall’s wedding, launching the series’ time-hopping study of the fragility of their brotherhood — and the cyclical violence and trauma that bond them.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Iran is set to begin its campaign against New Zealand on June 15 near Los Angeles, a region that's home to the largest Iranian community outside of Iran, including many who fled the 1979 Islamic Revolution.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The problem was widespread throughout the county as gas stations used steel underground storage containers that were highly corrosive, especially in coastal communities.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Right-wing political leaders in Hungary, however, have spent years nurturing relationships with American conservatives through a host of fellowships, conferences, and partnerships to engender that reality.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Apr. 2026
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Franco said that the fellowship’s impact has been twofold.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The tragicomic look at two lives on hold struck a chord; its depiction of a family bickering and bantering, and of the risks of intimacy, felt specific and true.—
Alex Barasch,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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This was especially true at the start of the month, as the moon reached its peak in harmony-seeking Libra on April 1, highlighting your eighth house of intimacy, depth and vulnerability.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In the Dallas suburb of Hutchins, a real estate company confirmed that it was contacted about one of its properties but wouldn't sell or lease any buildings to DHS for use as a detention facility.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The company conducting the implosion has previously handled several high-profile demolitions, including the historic Deauville Hotel, South Shore Hospital, and the remaining structure of the Surfside condominium building.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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One begins to think that the condition is hereditary—that, instead of a Habsburg jaw, the wealthy white denizens of New Orleans high society are saddled with emotional problems.—
Brandy Jensen,
New Yorker,
8 Apr. 2026
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The traditional theatrical chains are vital to our cohesion as a society, and are duly cautious [about AI].—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Crews often found release in rowdiness, camaraderie, practical jokes, and the inevitable coping mechanisms of drink and drugs.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Marines appeared in their service greens, and the event followed a theatrical script meant to build camaraderie, brotherhood, and Esprit de Corps.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Companionship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companionship. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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