dyads

plural of dyad
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. 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
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Noun
  • This fuss-free pair has it all—plenty of color choices, comfy low heels, and a sleek, versatile design that will easily match any outfit, especially mini skirts and dresses.
    Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The bright galaxy pair Messier 81 and 82 showed distinct shapes side by side.
    Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Between work stress, endless scrolling and packed schedules, couples often go weeks without truly focusing on each other.
    Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
  • Moving in together will not eliminate every disagreement, but having these conversations first can help couples build a foundation strong enough to hold up the rest.
    Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026

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“Dyads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dyads. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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