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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
Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
The opening scene involves a young couple visiting the suburban house from the first movie, which has now been turned into a kind of tourist attraction, complete with crime-scene outlines of where all the original teens were killed.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Before Penelope and Colin's love story played out on season 3, fans were already anticipating the best friends coupling up.
—Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Ten years later, while their daughter cheers from a distance at Oregon State, the couple remain loyal to the Bruins and are a staple of Section 103 at Pauley Pavilion as season-ticket holders.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
The opening scene involves a young couple visiting the suburban house from the first movie, which has now been turned into a kind of tourist attraction, complete with crime-scene outlines of where all the original teens were killed.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
The actress, also sharing the laughter, glowed in a sleeveless black dress layered with necklaces and bracelets, leaning in with a warm smile — the vibe appeared to be relaxed, romantic and very much coupled up.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Before Penelope and Colin's love story played out on season 3, fans were already anticipating the best friends coupling up.
—Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for couple
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To avoid Sierra Nevada Red Fox habitat, California’s Department of Fish and Wildlife created a handful of no-fly zones in the area.—
Brent Rose,
Outside,
28 Feb. 2026
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Democrats and a handful of Republicans in the House and Senate are pushing to consider war powers resolutions addressing Iran next week.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Messi, who had missed three previous Inter Miami games in Orlando since joining the club, had a pair of brilliant goals and an assist after halftime as Miami scored four unanswered goals.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Mar. 2026
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At one point, James asked to kiss the victim’s pair of boots.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Werner likes to combine these alternatives with sugar-free chia jam.—
Desireé Oostland,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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East Bungalows boast elevated terraces with hammocks, as well as two twin-sized beds on rollers that can be combined to form a king.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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The shirts’ release Thursday coincided with the announcement that the first phase of the Metro D Line subway extension will open May 8, with three new stations connecting downtown Los Angeles to Beverly Hills.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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There were also quick looks at a massive tower floating in the water that could be some kind of gym, plus a beachside town with buildings connected by aquatic bridges.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
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In addition to including Hudson products into their clients’ looks, the styling duo is producing video content for the brand—showcasing how women can dress jeans up and down for a range of occasions.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Mar. 2026
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This posthumous album of free improv pairs the late pedal steel virtuoso with a metal-adjacent guitar-and-drums duo, to bracing, gravity-defying effect.—
H.D. Angel,
Pitchfork,
4 Mar. 2026
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The company is now bringing Physical AI to Europe for the first time, launching a pilot project at its Leipzig plant in Germany to integrate humanoid robots into car production and explore battery and component manufacturing.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Mar. 2026
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Niches and shelving can be integrated into these, as well, for a comprehensive custom end result.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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The swoony strings coat the song with a lush, old-fashioned feel.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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If the Hawks want to start stringing wins together, the rest of the team needs to play with more energy.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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In one example pointed to by CEIR, the Iowa Secretary of State’s office announced in October 2024 that 2,176 voter registration records were potentially linked to non-citizens.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
27 Feb. 2026
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Forensics showed the casing was linked to one from a 1998 Kentucky cold case -- the discovery suggested that the same gun was used to commit both crimes.—
Claire Lempert,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Couple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couple. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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