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as in associates
a person frequently seen in the company of another
the reckless companions of one's youth
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2
as in guides
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
a dapper gentleman who's a frequent companion of widowed dowagers at society galas
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as in halves
either of a pair matched in one or more qualities
a sketch that is a companion to the original drawing
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as in accompaniments
something that is found along with something else
the report and its companion recommendations for action
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as in accompanies
to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship
movie heroes are often companioned by wisecracking sidekicks
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Recent Examples of companions
Joe Reid, Vulture, 2 May 2026
These will be better companions.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 May 2026
At first glance, AI companions for lonely seniors can seem dystopian, looking less like innovation than a bleak sign of social failure.
—Catherine Thorbecke, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Blueberries thrive with companions that share their need for acidic soil and full sun; such companions can improve pollination, manage weeds, and enhance garden beauty.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
The best way to describe my For You Page is as a Disney Channel series with a rotating cast of characters who seem to materialize out of nowhere and then, a few hundred scrolls later, begin to feel like lifelong companions.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 28 Apr. 2026
Daisies, cosmos, and snapdragons are also great flower companions for celery.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
At first glance, AI companions for lonely seniors can seem dystopian, looking less like innovation than a bleak sign of social failure.
—Catherine Thorbecke, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
People are increasingly treating chatbots as companions and therapists, with some users even developing deep relationships with AI.
—Brian Jay Tang, The Conversation, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
Sally Field and Lewis Pullman play unlikely companions in a small seaside town, joined by a narrating octopus voiced by Alfred Molina.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 2 May 2026
These will be better companions.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 May 2026
At first glance, AI companions for lonely seniors can seem dystopian, looking less like innovation than a bleak sign of social failure.
—Catherine Thorbecke, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Blueberries thrive with companions that share their need for acidic soil and full sun; such companions can improve pollination, manage weeds, and enhance garden beauty.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
The best way to describe my For You Page is as a Disney Channel series with a rotating cast of characters who seem to materialize out of nowhere and then, a few hundred scrolls later, begin to feel like lifelong companions.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 28 Apr. 2026
Daisies, cosmos, and snapdragons are also great flower companions for celery.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
At first glance, AI companions for lonely seniors can seem dystopian, looking less like innovation than a bleak sign of social failure.
—Catherine Thorbecke, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
People are increasingly treating chatbots as companions and therapists, with some users even developing deep relationships with AI.
—Brian Jay Tang, The Conversation, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companions
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More than 30 people, including members and associates of four major Mafia crime families, Rozier, Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and ex-NBA player Damon Jones, have been implicated in the gambling scandal.—
Chloe Atkins,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
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Today, Leonard and his associates seemed to have buried the hatchet.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
30 Apr. 2026
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Both guides included a chart with ideal body weights for men and women and provided some guidance on how to safely lose weight.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
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Guests travel with multiple tour directors and onboard experts, alongside local guides who provide context at each stop.—
Malika Bowling,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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In Games 4 and 5, the Rockets controlled the second halves.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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To do so, simply sprinkle the cut surface of the avocado halves with lemon juice, put the halves back together, wrap the cut avocado in plastic wrap, and store in the refrigerator.—
Aly Walansky,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2026
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Beachy handbags, light jackets, classic pearls, chunky boots—your choice of accompaniments can take things from romantic to edgy to eclectic.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
28 Apr. 2026
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The songs, which in the original serve to introduce each cat’s personality, now operate as loose accompaniments to various categories at the ball.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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Diplomacy and the pragmatic duplicity that sometimes accompanies it are ingrained at every level of Iran’s political class.—
Nic Robertson,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
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Even in the fallout of this argument, Margo accompanies Jinx to the fan expo.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
22 Apr. 2026
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In a 2006 study, Redelmeier and his colleagues found that acronyms may improve a trial’s likelihood of being cited.—
Clarissa Brincat,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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So many of my female colleagues are moms or moms-to-be, and there is comfort in being around other working women who are also building families.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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This success is only possible because of the hardworking residents who keep the hospitality industry running, from hotel staff to restaurant workers, ride attendants, healthcare professionals and beyond.—
Ryan von Weller,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
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Every day in New York City, thousands of home attendants are being forced to work cruel 24-hour shifts while being paid for only 13 of those hours.—
Christopher Marte,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Pau Cubarsi was back to his best, as was Pedri, who appeared to have lost some of his characteristic spark in recent matches following his return from a hamstring injury.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Eight matches will be played at MetLife Stadium, which is being referred to as New York New Jersey Stadium for the tournament.—
Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Companions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companions. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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