pairs 1 of 2

variants or pair
plural of pair
as in couples
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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pairs

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verb

present tense third-person singular of pair

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Recent Examples of pairs
Noun
While Maduro and Flores have awaited trial in a federal detention facility in Brooklyn, their home country has been grappling with a humanitarian disaster following a pair of powerful back-to-back earthquakes in June, killing at least 5,278 people. Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 22 July 2026 The pair eventually decided to promote events of their own in Evesham, a market town in England’s West Midlands, and in an effort to save money, Goodall doubled up as the master of ceremonies. Chris McKenna, New York Times, 22 July 2026 According to Pambianchi, the pair had recently attended a wedding in South Carolina, where Schmidt was kicked out of a bar for fighting. Gabe White, Arkansas Online, 21 July 2026 Passengers at the back can also get extra serenading with the standard Burmester 3D Surround Sound with Dolby Atmos, which comes with an additional pair of rear speakers and a more powerful 710-watt amp. Howard Walker, Robb Report, 21 July 2026 One shot showed the pair standing outside a helicopter and another was a selfie of the 45-year-old former talent manager kissing Sweeney on the cheek. Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026 Beyond their jaw-dropping price, the Amazon Essentials Skinny Jeans share the same snug, sculpting fit as Stewart’s pair. Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 21 July 2026 Keep portions modest, favor pulpy or vegetable-forward options when possible, and pair juice with food that contains fiber, protein or fat to slow sugar absorption. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026 The Marty Supreme actor wore a sporty tracksuit with the team emblem and blue, white, and red panelling, plus a pair of oval sunglasses and silver sneakers. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pairs
Noun
  • Unlike most sagas about band couples — Sonny & Cher, Fleetwood Mac — these guys don’t go down in flames musically or personally.
    Marisa Fox, Rolling Stone, 16 July 2026
  • For couples trying to build a life that feels both grounded and inspired, Charlotte makes a strong case for itself.
    Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Verb
  • Look at fees, investment options, educational tools, customer support, platform usability and whether the account type matches your experience level.
    Dan Avery, CNBC, 17 July 2026
  • Tribal members drove around in a beat-up Buick flinging matches out the window.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026
Noun
  • Ahead are seven pedicure and sandal duos to inspire your next polish refresh and shopping spree.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 18 July 2026
  • The game format show follows 16 contestants who enter the game as duos, but quickly discover that no alliance is permanent.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 June 2026
Verb
  • As the radiant Sun spotlights your 2nd House of Resources, authoritative Saturn in your 11th House of Friends squares it, pressing you to define fair participation.
    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2026
  • Later, the Moon squares the Sun and may challenge follow-through or timing.
    Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2026
Verb
  • The room blends Italian comfort with NoDa edge, which gives it a looseness that keeps the food from feeling overly precious.
    Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • Kerr, for example, questioned Valdez’s command of English given his use of Caló, a culturally specific dialect that blends Mexican Spanish slang with English.
    Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 16 July 2026
Verb
  • The Carnaby expertly mixes Ramsay’s reputation for Michelin star culinary excellence with a 1960s British Invasion rock n’ roll vibe that’s retro hip, energetic and just a bit irreverent.
    Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 16 July 2026
  • On Thursday afternoon, in New York’s Jacob Javits Center, the world of Disney collided with the world of the NFL, all in service of an unusual new consumer product line, one that mixes some of Disney’s characters with all 32 NFL teams.
    Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026
Verb
  • Dolby Cinema combines Dolby Vision projection with Dolby Atmos sound.
    David Deal, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Its five-year-old flagship combines a multibrand retail space with a coffee shop and hosts regular events spanning music, art and fashion.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
Verb
  • Irrespective of a student’s major or family income, financial support (from any source, in any amount) correlates with higher graduation rates.
    Jay A. Perman, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2026
  • The p-tau217 test measures a form of tau that correlates with how much plaque buildup someone has and gives a hint about tangles, Sperling said.
    ABC News, ABC News, 15 July 2026

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