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
George Yang, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
The pair have a real shot of overtaking Waters & Parenteau for No. 1 on tour next season.
—Todd Boss, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2025
Recreate Watts’ cozy, monochromatic look or pair it with an all-black ensemble for a dressier appearance.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Henry first has to put on a mail coif before adding on any other sort of head protection, as well as wear a pair of leggings under his leg armor.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
The pair have a real shot of overtaking Waters & Parenteau for No. 1 on tour next season.
—Todd Boss, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Verb
Via Vecchia’s Italian spin on classic cocktails steals the show and pairs well with their refined pizzettes and pasta dishes.
—Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2025
Recreate Watts’ cozy, monochromatic look or pair it with an all-black ensemble for a dressier appearance.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pair
Noun
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Zendaya and Tom Holland have mastered being a famous but private couple.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
4 Feb. 2025
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Sources close to the couple have said the idea was to replicate the album cover for West’s Vultures 1.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Deschanel modeled a tweed minidress with matching tights, a top handle purse and platform mary janes, evoking 1960s fashion trends.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
26 Jan. 2025
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The Port Authority will provide $200,000 in matching funding, according to the city board resolution, which was approved as part of the consent agenda on Tuesday.—
Joseph Flaherty,
arkansasonline.com,
26 Jan. 2025
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Here, being replaceable is a relief, as Pasqual struggles to balance his career as half of a successful directing duo with the demands of impending parenthood.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
28 Jan. 2025
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After noticing Clark was attending the game alongside Swift, longtime sports commentator Skip Bayless shared his thoughts on the duo.—
Chantz Martin,
Fox News,
28 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Capture will combine Capstone’s genre arm Blue Box with Signature International under one new umbrella.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2025
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The major streamer will combine the Lionsgate movie and TV titles with those from Amazon MGM Studios and its other Hollywood partners.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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These protein supplements can be mixed with liquids, such as water, milk, or alternative milks, to help meet daily protein needs.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
31 Jan. 2025
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The hospitality company partnered with the Caesars Superdome to create a sprawling menu featuring Louisiana favorites mixed with game-day classics.—
Brendan Le,
People.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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Tobias [Søborg] took an old Siberian tribal language and merged it with ancient Mayan.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
2 Feb. 2025
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Variety reports that the concerns laid out in the gag order request will likely be a focal point of Monday’s initial hearing, which will also merge the lawsuits into one case.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
31 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Released in 2017, Blade Runner 2049 blends sci-fi with neo-noir and follows one man’s pursuit of a threatening secret that could destabilize society.—
Yasmeen Hamadeh,
People.com,
2 Feb. 2025
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His approach—a practice rooted in using as much of an existing building as possible in its renovation—blends new thinking with respect for traditional craftsmanship.—
Rachel Gallaher,
Robb Report,
2 Feb. 2025
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Where dinner parties are for enjoying yourself and connecting with other people, fabulous lunches are for slowing down in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Jan. 2025
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The Saturday death is the 12th fatality connected to the Palisades Fire, according to officials.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Pair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pair. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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