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dyad

noun

ˈdī-ˌad

Definition of dyad

as in pair

two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together the book examines the doctor-patient dyad from several perspectives

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Recent Examples of dyad Therapy is shifting from the classic dyad of therapist-client to the new triad of therapist-AI-client, see my discussion at the link here. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026 Worse, a third nuclear superpower, China, is turning the former dyad into a triad. — Andreas Kluth, Twin Cities, 17 Aug. 2025 While about 90 percent of migratory bird species form stable dyads, about half of those last only for a breeding season. — Nathan H. Lents, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Apr. 2025 The league has existed as a Washington State-Oregon State dyad since August, when 10 of its dozen members officially absconded to other conferences. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for dyad

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Noun

The crowd points their phones at the pair, who are alternating between short dances, rhythmic movements, and striking poses.

— Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
By night, keep it minimal with a pair of heeled mules and a beaded bag.

— Minty Mellon, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of pair

Noun

The couple later moved the restaurant to its current location at 1300 Lawrence Ave.

— Rick West, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
School placements for the couple's children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, were part of the decision concerning the timing of the family's move, but a source told ABC News there were also many things that fell into place.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of couple

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In 2025, Mestiza became the first female DJ duo to get a residency at the Hï Ibiza club on the Spanish island known as a destination for electronic music lovers.

— Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026
The duo bicker, both in person and over the phone, as their uneasy dynamic proves to be the show’s driving force yet again.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026

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