as in friendship
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
They missed the companionship of longtime friends after moving to California.
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Recent Examples of companionship
Sponsored and provided by LifeBridge Health Pets bring joy, companionship and unconditional love into our lives.
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CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
As millions of people turn to AI for companionship and guidance, that agreeableness may pose a subtle but serious threat.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
To be sure, no amount of planning and human companionship can eliminate every threat.
—Neal K. Shah, Boston Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
As well as companionship, some products are pitched to parents as learning tools.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for companionship
CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
As millions of people turn to AI for companionship and guidance, that agreeableness may pose a subtle but serious threat.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
To be sure, no amount of planning and human companionship can eliminate every threat.
—Neal K. Shah, Boston Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
As well as companionship, some products are pitched to parents as learning tools.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for companionship
Recent Examples of Synonyms for companionship
Noun
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The brothers had a disagreement a couple of years ago and their friendship has suffered a rift.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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But today, 46 years into their friendship, Affleck and Damon have built respected careers as industry leading co-producers, business partners, directors and actors.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The brotherhoods of Semana Santa Thousands of members of these brotherhoods — which are open to Catholic men and women of all ages — participate in the processions.—
Alexis Marshall,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2026
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The memories, the battles, the brotherhood and the growth will always mean more than words can fully capture.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Meanwhile, just outside, worship continued, as faith leaders and community members took part in a Holy Thursday service of their own.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Another effort will be going into local schools to make sure students understand that a simple mistake can be the start of something tragic for everyone in the mountain communities.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This document would become the key doctrinal basis for the emerging fellowship of churches.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
31 Mar. 2026
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Walkers will be treated to an afternoon of food, music and fellowship, while medical professionals offer information and resources.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Burden internalized this pattern, of foregrounding the importance of the paterfamilias at the expense of real intimacy, of keeping up appearances despite the private pain.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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Materiality plays a key role in reinforcing this intimacy.—
Olga Garcia-Mayoral,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The White House has released a list of 37 donors that includes companies like Amazon, Apple, Caterpillar, Coinbase, Google, Comcast, HP, Lockheed Martin, Meta, Microsoft, T-Mobile and Union Pacific Railroad, it but hasn't specified the amount contributed.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Scream Queens vegan ice cream company will serve root beer floats and other food and coffee vendors also will be on hand.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Named for the Astor matriarch who shaped New York society, these suites feature a welcome foyer, separate living room, king bedroom, walk-in wardrobe, and that same stunning marble bathroom.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Institutional trust acts like a health multiplier for society.—
Dr. Howard A. Selinger,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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Crews often found release in rowdiness, camaraderie, practical jokes, and the inevitable coping mechanisms of drink and drugs.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Marines appeared in their service greens, and the event followed a theatrical script meant to build camaraderie, brotherhood, and Esprit de Corps.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Companionship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companionship. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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