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as in handful
a small number
there are only a couple of errors in the computer program
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as in pair
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a couple of socks
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as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
at Pittsburgh, the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers couple to form the Ohio
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
if you couple the two extension cords, the connection should be long enough to reach the next room
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Recent Examples of couple
Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Unhappy couple Dan and Lisa retreat to a remote cabin for a romantic reset, each with a secret plan to kill the other.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 24 Apr. 2026
Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 26 Mar. 2026
These atomic structures serve as stable quantum bits (qubits), which can store and process quantum information and couple it to light particles.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The property has been family owned for over a century and is ideal for multi-generational holidays or several couples traveling with kids.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Unhappy couple Dan and Lisa retreat to a remote cabin for a romantic reset, each with a secret plan to kill the other.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
Contestants are eliminated when no one chooses to couple up with them during a customary re-coupling ceremony.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 26 Mar. 2026
These atomic structures serve as stable quantum bits (qubits), which can store and process quantum information and couple it to light particles.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for couple
Noun
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In a world filled with trillions upon trillions of atoms, spotting a handful that barely exist sounds almost impossible.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
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Those increases were offset by steep drops in a handful of large states, including Minnesota and Texas.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Seeking offense, New York plans to designate Tommy Pham for assignment and has agreed to a major league contract with Austin Slater, a pair of people familiar with the move said, speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the decisions were not announced.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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The number could carry some sticker shock because of the rising cap, but Edvinsson is already a good top-pair defenseman who is only getting better.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Several of the films are among the most expensive ever made, and all of them combined have grossed more than seven billion dollars.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
29 Apr. 2026
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All these factors combined lead to more walks.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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In a different draft class, the Browns would likely be connected to a first-round passer.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Alex Bregman delivered his biggest hit in a Cubs uniform, connecting on a game-tying solo home run off Blake Treinen in the eighth.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The duo had been teammates on LSU’s Elite Eight team in 2023-24, and Van Lith credits Reese for helping her ease into the WNBA.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Twin sisters Jordan and Jaedyn Gomez, playing for Boone, lost their second round individual bracket doubles match 6-0, 6-0 against Doral Academy’s top seeded duo of Payton Seidle-Lubowitz and Stefany Zamora.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Stash extra blankets and pillows in the pull-out drawers, and arrange display books or decor on the shelves integrated into the armrests.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
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Detroit will still evaluate and integrate its rookie class, just without the additional minicamp that has typically taken place shortly after the draft.—
Bob Tripi,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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These plastic or burlap cloths can be strung on hooks nailed into a structure, or draped over hoops or posts just above the plants.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
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In the field behind the station, the Threatts set up tables with benches under a canopy of lights strung between trees.—
Jonathan Bullington,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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This was a time when roads were primitive, and the need was to link cities with rural areas.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Investigators linked Chairez-Campos to the shooting through graffiti evidence and a statement from one of Velasquez’s friends, who told him members of a rival gang were shooting at him, Gennawey said.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Couple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couple. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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