as in women
a female romantic companion
he proposed to his girlfriend of seven years
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Recent Examples of girlfriends
Many of my girlfriends do the same.
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 24 Feb. 2026
The two become girlfriends, though most of their intimacy takes place off the page.
—Tembe Denton-Hurst, Vulture, 24 Feb. 2026
The pop star boyfriend archetype is gaining prominence, with supportive partners like Mescal becoming regulars at their girlfriends’ shows.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
When Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor first became a tabloid character in the 1980s, he was best known for his prankster nature, naval service, and a few scandalous girlfriends.
—Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 19 Feb. 2026
Authorities alleged Green was a serial abuser who attacked three different girlfriends and shot one of their friends in the leg, who was trying to protect her.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
No matter how many years pass or how much things change, there is something extra special about a getaway with your girlfriends.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Always had girlfriends, though.
—Scott Eden, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2026
The most serious charges against Hoiby are the four rapes and the physical and psychological abuse of several ex-girlfriends.
—CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Sophia Panych, Allure, 24 Feb. 2026
The two become girlfriends, though most of their intimacy takes place off the page.
—Tembe Denton-Hurst, Vulture, 24 Feb. 2026
The pop star boyfriend archetype is gaining prominence, with supportive partners like Mescal becoming regulars at their girlfriends’ shows.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
When Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor first became a tabloid character in the 1980s, he was best known for his prankster nature, naval service, and a few scandalous girlfriends.
—Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 19 Feb. 2026
Authorities alleged Green was a serial abuser who attacked three different girlfriends and shot one of their friends in the leg, who was trying to protect her.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
No matter how many years pass or how much things change, there is something extra special about a getaway with your girlfriends.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Always had girlfriends, though.
—Scott Eden, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2026
The most serious charges against Hoiby are the four rapes and the physical and psychological abuse of several ex-girlfriends.
—CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for girlfriends
Noun
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Three women made complaints, beginning in October 2024.—
Paul Rogers,
Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2026
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The men’s team was recognized with a direct phone call, while the women were brought up afterward in a lighter aside.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The lawsuit alleges that DSHS had licensed Camp Mystic, a Christian girls' camp at the edge of the Guadalupe River, despite the camp not having an evacuation plan as required by the state and camp safety rules.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
24 Feb. 2026
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There were eight victims — seven girls and one boy.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This particular event here is run by a great group of guys and gals.—
Anna Ortiz,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Her coven of no-nonsense gals and transitioning beta males began cheering wildly.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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With seemingly endless possibilities for ingredient combinations and twists, there's always a new way to serve a pasta salad at brunch, a ladies luncheon, or with a light supper.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
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Every year, some ladies show up in short cocktail dresses, and are sometimes irate at being refused entry, even though every venue, often even the tickets themselves, describe the dress code in advance.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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Outdoor lovers can explore Monroe Lake, the Hoosier National Forest, historic limestone quarries, and year-round festivals just an hour from Indianapolis.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2026
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Margarita lovers, Sunday is calling.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Girlfriends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/girlfriends. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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