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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
Alison Herman, Variety, 10 July 2025
But much to the couple’s pride and relief, the crash didn’t pull the family apart.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 July 2025
Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 9 July 2025
Some of them have been married for decades, while others are coupled up with fellow actors who've made appearances on the show.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 9 July 2025
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Noun
There’s a spiky, strange tenderness to their first encounter, which requires Felix to navigate around burn bandages that cover Jessica’s torso, and the couple’s casual mid-coitus banter testifies to their comfort with each other.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 10 July 2025
But much to the couple’s pride and relief, the crash didn’t pull the family apart.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 July 2025
Verb
These environmental concerns coupled Google's secrecy make Sugerman worry about how local neighbors can advocate for their communities.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 9 July 2025
Some of them have been married for decades, while others are coupled up with fellow actors who've made appearances on the show.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for couple
Noun
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Lisette Olivera was initially cast as a series regular last season to succeed Kane but left after a handful of episodes as Scola’s new partner Syd Ortiz.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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Let’s review… ATTENDANCE Despite a handful of group stage games played in front of small crowds, the total attendance over the month was 2.49 million and the average attendance was 39,547.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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The pair launched Monkey in 2000, producing the likes of Made In Chelsea, Don’t Hate The Playaz and The Charlotte Church Show and selling the company to NBCUniversal.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
9 July 2025
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Verstappen has a pair of wins, but only have five podiums in 12 races, and sits 69 points behind championship leader Oscar Piastri of McLaren.—
Joseph Wolkin,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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This fruity-floral fusion combines the essence of orange with earthy florals like rose, neroli, and patchouli.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
15 July 2025
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The restaurant combines flavors from across France, including chef Julien Pilati’s native Champagne and the Brittany of his wife, Laetitia.—
Sloane Crosley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Featuring dozens of speakers, the event seeks to connect thousands of attendees from different industries and levels of experience with technology professionals.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
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Palm trees line the shore, and a paved oceanfront trail connects Wailea to a series of smaller beaches and coves.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Punk duo Bob Vylan are now being investigated by police and have had their U.S. visas revoked.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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The duo, Meti and Elvira Pellumbi, run the business with ambitious help from their children Klivio, 13, and Keit, 12, during the summer.—
Violet Bucaro,
AZCentral.com,
13 July 2025
Verb
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The company released a new version of Grok this week, which Musk said will also be integrated into Tesla vehicles.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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Hinge and Grindr, two of the most popular dating apps, are taking steps to integrate AI into their platforms.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Some, including Roger Federer, will not string their racket with just one string, but two.—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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William Taylor, a former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, suggested that Putin has been stringing Trump along in an effort to gain more time to continue advancing on the battlefield.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
9 July 2025
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Seymour was most recently romantically linked to musician John Zambetti.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Low glutamine levels have been linked to depression, muscle loss, and physical and emotional fatigue.25 What depletes glutamine levels?—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Health,
15 July 2025
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“Couple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couple. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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