as in pairs
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 dyads
And sister-sister dyads have quite a bit of warmth in them.
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Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
4 Mar. 2026
After the nuptials, hundreds of dyads will renew their vows as part of Love in Times Square, a long-running tradition held by the Times Square Alliance, a neighborhood nonprofit.
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Andrea Sachs,
Washington Post,
14 Feb. 2026
Before long, Colin has buzzed his hair and fallen in with Ray’s biker gang, many of whose members are paired off in sub-dom dyads of their own.
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Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
30 Jan. 2026
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
4 Mar. 2026
After the nuptials, hundreds of dyads will renew their vows as part of Love in Times Square, a long-running tradition held by the Times Square Alliance, a neighborhood nonprofit.
—
Andrea Sachs,
Washington Post,
14 Feb. 2026
Before long, Colin has buzzed his hair and fallen in with Ray’s biker gang, many of whose members are paired off in sub-dom dyads of their own.
—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dyads
Noun
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The lightweight formula pairs hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin with soothing birch sap, panthenol, and purslane extract to keep skin comfortable and calm throughout the day.
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Armed with a pair of first-round picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Charlotte Hornets went with an inside-outside approach.
Noun
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That shift may help explain why some couples notice their partner’s scent bothering them more during periods of conflict.
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The infinity pool suspended on the roof of The Link is dotted with pool-chic couples enjoying the DJ’s relaxed tunes and views out towards the Burj Khalifa.
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“Dyads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dyads. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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