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twosome

noun

ˈtü-səm

Definition of twosome

as in pair

two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together those sisters are a constant twosome, going everywhere together

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Recent Examples of twosome Young love While Ariana and Hudson called it quits after season 1, the twosome looked very cozy at Sunday’s event. — Sarah Hearon, Entertainment Weekly, 16 June 2026 Other Healthy Snack Options While this twosome is obviously a standout, both experts agree there are plenty of alternative pairings to choose from. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 23 May 2026 Because this skid the Padres are in is going to turn into a full-on careen off a cliff if the terrifically talented twosome doesn’t stop being terrible. — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2026 Bad news for Brooks — this signature event has players in twosomes off the first tee, one right after the other. — ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for twosome

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Gustav Forsling, who is normally on Florida’s top defense pair with Aaron Ekblad, was a late scratch Thursday night with what the team called an upper-body injury.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
The new Experimental Single Barrel series kicks things off with a pair of reposados that is worth checking out.

— Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2026

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On a boat — not to mention a reality-TV show — attachments develop and fall apart with unusual urgency; watching Kat and Gen felt like watching the main friend duo of a coming-of-age movie ride out the turbulence of growing up in 2x speed.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026
But even a duo with their pedigree can’t get a carte blanche these days to make a movie that’s decidedly not for mainstream crowds.

— Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of duo

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