SQUIRED Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

squired

verb

past tense of squire

as in accompanied

to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship her father squired her to the dance to make sure she got there all right

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Recent Examples of squired This former waitress was now being squired about in limos and being interviewed on The Today Show. — Mimi Pond, People.com, 14 Sep. 2025

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The films will compete for the Golden Alexander – Michel Dimopoulos Award, accompanied by a 10,000 euro ($11,240) cash prize, and the Silver Alexander for best direction, which comes with a 5,000 euro ($5,620) cash prize.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
There’s also an in-ground lap pool and a tennis court accompanied by a covered viewing pavilion.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026

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The woman had pulled herself back up the creek bank by the time rescuers arrived, and she was escorted her back to her car, officials said.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026
As the two struggled over the sign, Sonoma police officers escorted Bourne off school grounds.

— Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026

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