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as in handful
a small number
there are only a couple of errors in the computer program
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as in pair
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a couple of socks
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as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
at Pittsburgh, the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers couple to form the Ohio
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
if you couple the two extension cords, the connection should be long enough to reach the next room
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Recent Examples of couple
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The larger Holy Cow Suites, including a bi-level option complete with two bedrooms and a separate living area, are great for families, while solo travelers or couples can opt for single or double bed quarters.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
Oliver Sava, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
—James Powel, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Showtime has built its brand over the last couple of decades on a flawed central character, who is incredibly complex.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The larger Holy Cow Suites, including a bi-level option complete with two bedrooms and a separate living area, are great for families, while solo travelers or couples can opt for single or double bed quarters.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
Peacemaker’s second season depicts an alternate universe where Chris leads an idyllic life coupled up with Harcourt and working alongside his still-alive father and brother.
—Oliver Sava, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
—James Powel, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for couple
Noun
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But only a handful of his nominees have been confirmed by the Senate because of resistance from Democrats.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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This new ambassadorship will see Doja Cat, born Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, star in a series of global campaigns for the brand, featuring a handful of bestselling products.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Wu pulled in more than 60% of the vote, while Kraft had around 29% support when the race was called for the pair.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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The pair orbit a significant distance from the icy world, farther out in relation to the dwarf planet's size than expected.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Once a 19th-century military outpost, Fort Robinson now combines historic sites with miles of hiking and horseback trails.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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By combining co-creation, creator signals, and data systems, the company has built an engine for capturing information at scale and acting on it faster than rivals.—
Jamie Gutfreund,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The cells extended nerve fibers in both directions, toward the head and tail, to connect with the host spinal tissue.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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In fact, the presidents of the Central Pacific and, yes, Union Pacific railroads met in 1869 to drive the final ceremonial rail stake into the ground, connecting the east and west coasts.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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However, the duo still doesn't rule a ring out as a possibility.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The duo at Bulldog Pottery also plays with pattern to personalize their stunning collection of decorative, functional wares.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The plan is to drop the first episode alongside the trial, see how things unfold in court, and, if possible, integrate relevant trial developments into the following episodes.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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Lauren said the future was still wide open and that Ask Ralph could eventually become voice-activated, integrate the Collection business or be added to other platforms.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Goodwood implements a rule where competitors must run their cars on fuel that is at least 70 percent sustainable content, helping to ensure the event’s carbon footprint is reduced, while accommodating the specific needs of historic, and sometimes highly-strung, race cars.—
Alistair Charlton,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Tacketts began talks with the TV show Unsolved Mysteries, though the program strung the family along for years and ultimately never featured their son’s story.—
Bjorn Dihle,
Outdoor Life,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Red and Processed Meats Eating higher amounts of red and processed meats is linked to a higher risk of cancer.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Sep. 2025
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In this case, the investor is exposed to any credit risks linked to the institution holding the gold.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Couple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couple. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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