as in couple
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a pair of blue socks the singer and the piano player make quite a pair together
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Recent Examples of pair
Charlottefive Staff, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2025
Photo : Repower The helm pairs classic design with modern tech.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2025
The non-profit organization, which the pair founded in 2016, uses legal action and advocacy to push justice forward and provides support to victims of human rights abuse and related violations, primarily in the areas of women's rights and free speech.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Order specialty flavors like M&M or Oreo doughnuts, which pair perfectly with a hot coffee.
—Charlottefive Staff, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2025
Photo : Repower The helm pairs classic design with modern tech.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
Arsenal’s outfield exercises included playing against a team made up entirely of Arteta’s support staff, including a central defensive pair of Gabriel Heinze and lead physical performance coach Sam Wilson.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2025
The non-profit organization, which the pair founded in 2016, uses legal action and advocacy to push justice forward and provides support to victims of human rights abuse and related violations, primarily in the areas of women's rights and free speech.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pair
Noun
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Jenny and Chris Harmon’s house caught on fire last year when construction workers rebuilding a home on the lot next door used a backhoe to knock down a tree, ripping the electrical wires off the couple’s home.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
3 Aug. 2025
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The couple’s anniversary tribute to each other comes after the pair celebrated Rhea’s 47th birthday with their kids on July 1.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Other stocks that matched the search criteria for potential outperformers include semiconductor companies Lam Research and Monolithic Power Systems , which have a track record of rising 1.3% and 2.5%, respectively, on the next trading day after earnings.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
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Given their soaring popularity over the past three years, matching their Euro 2022 success on Sunday would propel them to another stratosphere.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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Punk duo Bob Vylan are now being investigated by police and have had their U.S. visas revoked.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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The father-son duo, who have more than 2.1 million TikTok followers, showed up with The Rizzler, who is known for viral social media moments.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 July 2025
Verb
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When deaths from heat and cold are combined, Europe has close to 50 times as many deaths as the U.S. — as many as 250,000 to 500,000 more deaths every year.—
Cory Franklin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
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Then combine these into one powerful, tweet-length statement (280 characters or fewer) that captures my contrarian perspective.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
Verb
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In camp, Martin has been practicing with the third-team defense, with some second-team reps mixed in.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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One option is to mix a couple of drops of dish soap with warm water in a large bucket and scrub the items with a non-abrasive brush or sponge.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 July 2025
Verb
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Expect pastel sweatshirts, tees celebrating the farm’s famous baked goods, and a limited-edition capsule merging lifestyle and design.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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For instance, Caesars Entertainment merged with Eldorado Resorts in 2020 in a $17.3 billion deal.—
Ganesh Rao,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The interiors blend international polish with regional craftsmanship, pairing Austrian fabrics and restored antiques with discreet contemporary touches.—
Katharina Kotrba,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Vitry presents me with a rendering that shows a Ghost finished in Brewster Green, a sparkling hue that blends nicely with the variant’s darkened trim, including an illuminated, carbon-fiber Spirit of Ecstasy and 23-inch rims.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
31 July 2025
Verb
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Founded in 1996, LendingTree offers online tools to connect borrowers with lenders on financial services, like credit cards, mortgages or personal loans.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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Featuring dozens of speakers, the event seeks to connect thousands of attendees from different industries and levels of experience with technology professionals.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
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“Pair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pair. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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