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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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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
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
She is thrust into an extraordinary journey that will take her all the way to the surface, accompanied by her colorful, loyal and unlikely companions.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Alongside her colorful and loyal — yet unlikely — companions, Ally is thrust into an extraordinary journey that will take her all the way to the surface.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
Like the January teaser, fans are given glimpses of He-Man and his loyal companions Teela (Camila Mendes), Duncan/Man-at-Arms (Idris Elba), Roboto (Kristen Wiig), Cringer/Battle Cat, and many other familiar Eternia denizens.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Some of these plants are companions for sun-loving hydrangeas; others are better for shade-loving hydrangeas.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2026
Cyrene then instructs her son to appease the nymphs, Eurydice’s companions, and to make funeral offerings to Eurydice’s husband Orpheus.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Apr. 2026
Tradition says that on the 10th of Muharram, Husayn and his companions met Yazid’s military on the battlefield and were massacred.
—Mary Thurlkill, The Conversation, 30 Mar. 2026
So, too, with the growing legions of lonely people who outsource their emotional needs to AI companions.
—Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
Other traditional bean companions, such as petunias or garlic, may yet be proven effective in future studies.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
She is thrust into an extraordinary journey that will take her all the way to the surface, accompanied by her colorful, loyal and unlikely companions.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Alongside her colorful and loyal — yet unlikely — companions, Ally is thrust into an extraordinary journey that will take her all the way to the surface.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
Like the January teaser, fans are given glimpses of He-Man and his loyal companions Teela (Camila Mendes), Duncan/Man-at-Arms (Idris Elba), Roboto (Kristen Wiig), Cringer/Battle Cat, and many other familiar Eternia denizens.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Some of these plants are companions for sun-loving hydrangeas; others are better for shade-loving hydrangeas.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2026
Cyrene then instructs her son to appease the nymphs, Eurydice’s companions, and to make funeral offerings to Eurydice’s husband Orpheus.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Apr. 2026
Tradition says that on the 10th of Muharram, Husayn and his companions met Yazid’s military on the battlefield and were massacred.
—Mary Thurlkill, The Conversation, 30 Mar. 2026
So, too, with the growing legions of lonely people who outsource their emotional needs to AI companions.
—Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companions
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Bondi was slated to appear before the committee on April 14 after the committee issued a subpoena for her testimony over the Department of Justice’s handling of the Epstein files amid mounting frustration over how the department managed and released materials tied to Epstein and his associates.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Apr. 2026
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Maxwell told Blanche during the two-day interview there was no client list, no blackmail scheme and, to her knowledge, no high-profile Epstein associates who committed illicit acts in connection with his crimes.—
Ivan Pereira,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Berkeley poll also found widespread support among California voters for requiring that the top three financial backers supporting and opposing ballot measures be listed in official ballot voter guides.—
Phil Willon,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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In at least one instance noted in the investigation, guides allegedly laced food with baking powder to cause people to be unwell, the outlet stated.—
Alex Nitzberg,
FOXNews.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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And this is certainly not the sort of outfit that does anything by halves—the four-floor spa is one of the city’s finest.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Indiana responded with one of the most dominant halves in NCAA Tournament history, outscoring the Wolverines 57-33 to rally for an 86-68 victory in Philadelphia.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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The pianist and vocal coach Bénédicte Jourdois, NYFOS’s associate artistic director, assisted with the accompaniments and with the stage patter, of which there is always a fair amount.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2026
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Classic wing accompaniments like celery, carrot sticks, ranch, and blue cheese are always welcome on the side.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Feb. 2026
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When Reverend Jeff Hood — a spiritual advisor who accompanies men on death row — reached out to him on Facebook, though, he was intrigued.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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From the beginning, the emphasis centered on preparation, consistency, and respect for the emotional complexity that accompanies divorce and custody matters.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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After more than 11 years with the Golden Police Department, Chief Joe Harvey was honored by colleagues, friends and family for his service and compassion.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Vulnerable, voiceless elders in Miami-Dade who are removed from their homes for their own good will likely wind up in the hands of an Adult Protective Services supervisor promoted to a position of unparalleled power despite the objections of family members and whistleblowing colleagues.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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In 16th-century Italy, Roman merchants reportedly partnered with cardinals’ papal conclave attendants to wager on who would be named the new pope.—
Kelli María Korducki,
thehustle.co,
3 Apr. 2026
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But a catastrophic ‘Stormganza’ threatens to derail the high-speed train, and the duo have to join forces with the snobby first class attendants and President Gagwell (RuPaul) to save the day in this wild ride of camp and comedy.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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Brody Miller Tennis Endorsements and, in some cases, exhibition matches, are often what push top tennis players’ yearly earnings into eye-popping territory.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Williams, meanwhile, wears a black brace to protect the thumb during matches.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Companions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companions. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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