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as in handfuls
a small number
there are only a couple of errors in the computer program
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as in pairs
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a couple of socks
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as in combines
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 connects
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 couples
Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Programming for couples, groups and multigenerational families also includes sister property Black Bear at Alpine Falls Ranch, with lodging options from luxury glamping tents to six-bedroom mountain villas with fireplaces and private-chef dining.
—Suzanne Wright, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
My whole algorithm [has] been [creators] critiquing the couples.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
The township is chock-full of amenities and conveniences galore for everyone — perfect for singles, young couples just starting out, families raising kids, empty-nesters and retirees.
—Calesa Township, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
The untitled project is described as a sweeping, epic ensemble romantic comedy that follows a group of couples and singles to a lavish, extravagant destination wedding where their stories intersect and collide over the course of one very long weekend.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2025
The specifics of couples’ disputes differ.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
The resort is home to 273 deluxe guest rooms and suites and is great for couples, families, and even their pets.
—Kimberly Lyn, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2025
Which couples broke up in 'Love is Blind' Season 9?
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Oct. 2025
Payal Dhar, IEEE Spectrum, 10 Sep. 2021
Noun
The nine remaining couples got into the spirit with eerie makeovers and chilling Tango, Argentine Tango, Paso Doble, Contemporary, Jazz and Viennese Waltz routines.
—Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Programming for couples, groups and multigenerational families also includes sister property Black Bear at Alpine Falls Ranch, with lodging options from luxury glamping tents to six-bedroom mountain villas with fireplaces and private-chef dining.
—Suzanne Wright, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
My whole algorithm [has] been [creators] critiquing the couples.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
The township is chock-full of amenities and conveniences galore for everyone — perfect for singles, young couples just starting out, families raising kids, empty-nesters and retirees.
—Calesa Township, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
The untitled project is described as a sweeping, epic ensemble romantic comedy that follows a group of couples and singles to a lavish, extravagant destination wedding where their stories intersect and collide over the course of one very long weekend.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2025
The specifics of couples’ disputes differ.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
The resort is home to 273 deluxe guest rooms and suites and is great for couples, families, and even their pets.
—Kimberly Lyn, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2025
Which couples broke up in 'Love is Blind' Season 9?
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
Their recent paper describes the Movement Reshaping (MR) Exosuit, which, rather than augmenting any part of the human body, couples the motion of one joint to lock or unlock the motion of another joint.
—Payal Dhar, IEEE Spectrum, 10 Sep. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for couples
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The notion that skin prep is all that’s needed is one Frankel’s instilled in her daughter, Bryn, despite having handfuls of free makeup products at her disposal.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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Top the crust with a few handfuls of pecan halves, pour the filling on top, then drizzle with molasses.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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Looking for a pair of shoes that can handle the gym, your daily walks, and everything in between?—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Around 100 pairs were found abandoned on the roof, perhaps due to the thieves being frightened away, Sheriff John Budensiek said at the news conference.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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The Peychaud’s Bitters, all cherry and anise as opposed to Angostura Bitters’ cinnamon and clove, combines with the herbal pop of absinthe and the spicy backbone of the rye to create something wholly new.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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The song combines love at first sight, drugs, and death.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
25 Oct. 2025
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The derelict Toronto Postal Service Centre, now Scotiabank Arena, was on the eastern end of Bremner Boulevard, the street that connects the two buildings.—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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The new strategy connects water goals to the denim giant’s 2024 Climate Action Transition Plan, which aligns the company’ business plans with its climate commitments.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Oct. 2025
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Elaine's pro partner Alan Bersten represented the pair in the ballroom during the episode, and they were judged on their rehearsal.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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Ribeiro then hilariously appeared behind Derek with a pair of clippers.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Cybersigilism is a style of tattooing that fuses ancient symbolism with futuristic aesthetics.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Chainsaw Man follows Denji, a poor teen who makes a contract that fuses his body with that of Pochita, the dog-like Chainsaw Devil, granting him the power to transform parts of his body into chainsaws.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
22 Oct. 2025
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Grounded in a model that links psychological well-being to ecological well-being, CPA-NA helps clinicians integrate climate awareness into their practice and communities.—
Melissa Jun Rowley,
Rolling Stone,
28 Oct. 2025
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There is a boardwalk that links the beach directly to PKs so there wasn’t far to go.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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The annual deadline crunch compounds the problem.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
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South Korea last week issued a travel ban for parts of Cambodia after the death of a South Korean student lured to work in the scam compounds, according to police.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Couples.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couples. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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