as in pairs
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 twosomes
Tee times were moved up because of weather concerns, and the groups were expanded from twosomes to threesomes.
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Noah Gulley, Miami Herald, 4 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
Noah Gulley, Miami Herald, 4 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for twosomes
Noun
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Unlike typical linen or silk options, this organic cotton pair has structure and features two front and two back pockets—perfect for stashing small essentials on the go.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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The pair, married since August 2005, share two sons and a daughter.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
Noun
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According to data from FertilityIQ, an educational platform for individuals and couples navigating infertility and family building, the average cost of IVF treatment and medication is more than $20,000.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 May 2026
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From modern parenting struggles to social media trends and suburban chaos, the show delivers clean, candid comedy for couples, parents, and anyone navigating adulthood.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
19 May 2026
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Thus was born one of rock’s most dynamic duos, soon to be joined by Brian Jones, Charlie Watts, Bill Wyman, and Ian Stewart, the last a piano player pushed off the band’s official roster because of his looks.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
13 May 2026
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The team is facing off against three other duos, including Wolfe and Meissner; Hawk and Davis; and Battle on the Beach mentor Taniya Nayak and 98 Degrees member Drew Lachey.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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“Twosomes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/twosomes. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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