as in pair
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
the shy boy and his outgoing friend make an unlikely duo
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Recent Examples of duos
Yet these duos could produce similar fantasy numbers.
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Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Ruben Amorim has spent pre-season alternating between two duos in central midfield.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
On August 14, Instagram dropped a brand new episode of their Close Friends Only podcast featuring one of basketball’s most dynamic duos.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 14 Aug. 2025
Whether through books or on screen, audiences have been introduced to many detective duos.
—Lexy Perez, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
Additional categories include Faction of the Year, featuring dominant groups like The OG Bloodline and The Judgment Day, and Tag Team of the Year, showcasing dynamic duos such as #DIY and Awesome Truth.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Meet the industry’s latest dynamic duos.
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025
The colors in these duos do just that.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
Comments Survivor has had its share of dynamic duos over the years.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 21 Feb. 2025
Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Ruben Amorim has spent pre-season alternating between two duos in central midfield.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
On August 14, Instagram dropped a brand new episode of their Close Friends Only podcast featuring one of basketball’s most dynamic duos.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 14 Aug. 2025
Whether through books or on screen, audiences have been introduced to many detective duos.
—Lexy Perez, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
Additional categories include Faction of the Year, featuring dominant groups like The OG Bloodline and The Judgment Day, and Tag Team of the Year, showcasing dynamic duos such as #DIY and Awesome Truth.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Meet the industry’s latest dynamic duos.
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025
The colors in these duos do just that.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
Comments Survivor has had its share of dynamic duos over the years.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 21 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for duos
Noun
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As the pair of drivers raced hard, even making contact on the last lap, the incident allowed Elliott to overtake them in no time.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The monochromatic buttons and cohesive shade pair beautifully with suede ballet flats, giving you that chic, coordinated vibe without trying too hard.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The pair of shootings came just a day after police Chief Matt Giordano released a public statement addressing recent shootings by officers.—
Julie Mendes,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Anyone will also be able to visit the center to get an eye exam or buy a new pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses at its retail store, according to Vandana Pathak, UHealth’s assistant vice president for ambulatory services.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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The kiss cam focused not on the attendees, but on couples plucked from Netflix’s various reality dating shows.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
30 Sep. 2025
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Lauren Jauregui’s journey on Dancing with the Stars came to an end Tuesday night, as the final three couples—Andy and Emma, Lauren and Brandon, Elaine and Alan—awaited their fate.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Duos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duos. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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