as in couple
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a pair of blue socks the singer and the piano player make quite a pair together
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Recent Examples of pair
Charlottefive Staff, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2025
Photo : Repower The helm pairs classic design with modern tech.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2025
The non-profit organization, which the pair founded in 2016, uses legal action and advocacy to push justice forward and provides support to victims of human rights abuse and related violations, primarily in the areas of women's rights and free speech.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Order specialty flavors like M&M or Oreo doughnuts, which pair perfectly with a hot coffee.
—Charlottefive Staff, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2025
Photo : Repower The helm pairs classic design with modern tech.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
Arsenal’s outfield exercises included playing against a team made up entirely of Arteta’s support staff, including a central defensive pair of Gabriel Heinze and lead physical performance coach Sam Wilson.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2025
The non-profit organization, which the pair founded in 2016, uses legal action and advocacy to push justice forward and provides support to victims of human rights abuse and related violations, primarily in the areas of women's rights and free speech.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pair
Noun
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Jenny and Chris Harmon’s house caught on fire last year when construction workers rebuilding a home on the lot next door used a backhoe to knock down a tree, ripping the electrical wires off the couple’s home.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
3 Aug. 2025
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The couple’s anniversary tribute to each other comes after the pair celebrated Rhea’s 47th birthday with their kids on July 1.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
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To top it off, Motorola has created a matching crossbody case to keep the couture device safe.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
6 Aug. 2025
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Huggie hoops, layered necklaces, and other cute accessories that match any outfit.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
5 Aug. 2025
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Largely inspired by the expansion of Sweetgreen, the duo started a food truck in Washington, DC in 2014 with the intention of taking it fast-casual some day.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The duo combines to produce an outlandish 1,250 hp and 973 ft lbs of torque, thanks to which the car can rocket from zero to 60 mph in under two seconds and hit a top speed of 233.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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When deaths from heat and cold are combined, Europe has close to 50 times as many deaths as the U.S. — as many as 250,000 to 500,000 more deaths every year.—
Cory Franklin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
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Then combine these into one powerful, tweet-length statement (280 characters or fewer) that captures my contrarian perspective.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
Verb
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Cooked broccoli sprouts can be steamed, sautéed, or mixed into a stir-fry.—
Christopher Bergland,
Verywell Health,
31 July 2025
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But through the sheer power of mixing genes into new combinations, the risky gamble of interspecies pairings has also sometimes majorly paid off.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
31 July 2025
Verb
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Expect pastel sweatshirts, tees celebrating the farm’s famous baked goods, and a limited-edition capsule merging lifestyle and design.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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For instance, Caesars Entertainment merged with Eldorado Resorts in 2020 in a $17.3 billion deal.—
Ganesh Rao,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The interiors blend international polish with regional craftsmanship, pairing Austrian fabrics and restored antiques with discreet contemporary touches.—
Katharina Kotrba,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Developed in collaboration with Lynne Hunt London, the camp now seamlessly blends modern African style with sustainability, incorporating custom Maasai beadwork and bronze spear finials that celebrate local culture.—
Jenn Rice,
Travel + Leisure,
31 July 2025
Verb
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Festivals also need to connect over a chasm, Tuttle added.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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Subscribe and connect with us on our website: awakenerspodcast.com Aditi Machado is a poet, translator, and essayist.—
Awakeners
August 7,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Pair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pair. Accessed 11 Aug. 2025.
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