accompanies

present tense third-person singular of accompany
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as in coincides
to occur or exist at the same time a general feeling of weariness often accompanies a cold

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Recent Examples of accompanies The series also starred Collins as angel Castiel, who accompanies the Winchesters on their exorcisms. Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2025 This environment can foster healthier interactions and reduce the anxiety that often accompanies dating. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025 That strategy, which was also used by other electric vehicle start-ups, avoids the greater scrutiny that accompanies initial public offerings. Neal E. Boudette, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025 With Chapman, Brody seems frustrated by the level of attention that accompanies their coupledom. Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025 The awkward moment played against a lighthearted tune that usually accompanies funny pet videos on the platform. David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Feb. 2025 But if rank incompetence routinely accompanies those efforts, all that is produced is frustration and even anger. Chicago Tribune, Twin Cities, 2 Feb. 2025 Traveling with a suitcase full of microphones and a film production-quality sound recorder, Blumberg recorded all across Europe in order to complete the sometimes intimate, sometimes strident, but always emotional music that accompanies the Brady Corbet film. Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 31 Jan. 2025 The two men get reacquainted, as Anand accompanies Balya and his goats in long lazy days, gaining respite from visiting mourner relatives. Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 26 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accompanies
Verb
  • Laver, 86, lives in Southern California and typically attends the tournament with his family.
    Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
  • The Chiefs have a winning record when Swift attends their games.
    Bryan West, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • And even that's complicated by the fact that the spring election sometimes coincides with high-profile presidential primaries that drive turnout.
    Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The launch coincides with KM Music Conservatory’s 16th anniversary.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Hydroplaning happens when a vehicle starts sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Of the two that would be acquired through a trade (Suzuki and Robert), Rosenthal sees the latter as being the one who is more available.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Scott Olson/Getty Images A merger between the two automakers would create the world's third-biggest automaker behind Toyota and Volkswagen — and that brings a lot of potential benefits.
    Rafael Nam, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The holiday season brings joy, love, and connection.
    Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024

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“Accompanies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accompanies. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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