1
as in associate
a person frequently seen in the company of another
the reckless companions of one's youth
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2
as in guide
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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3
as in half
either of a pair matched in one or more qualities
a sketch that is a companion to the original drawing
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4
as in accompaniment
something that is found along with something else
the report and its companion recommendations for action
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as in to accompany
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 companion
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
Hiding among the lush wildflowers and greenery that coax us outside every season are plants, weeds, and organic materials that can be harmful or toxic to our furry companions.
—Amelia Arvesen, Outside Online, 5 Apr. 2025
Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 14 June 2023
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Noun
Corn is an unsuitable companion plant for peppers due to its towering size.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
Hiding among the lush wildflowers and greenery that coax us outside every season are plants, weeds, and organic materials that can be harmful or toxic to our furry companions.
—Amelia Arvesen, Outside Online, 5 Apr. 2025
Verb
Muti has companioned with many composers throughout his life, but maybe especially with Mozart and Verdi.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 14 June 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for companion
Noun
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The case is expected to last several weeks as prosecutors prepare to present testimony from Combs' accusers and former associates.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Shein, Temu will raise prices next week as a trade loophole closes In: Food & Drink Consumer Price Index Inflation United States Department of Agriculture Mary Cunningham Mary Cunningham is a news associate at CBS News, based in New York.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Crypto Confidential: Forbes' definitive guide to crypto and blockchain, delivered to your inbox every Saturday.—
Andrea Tinianow,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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In a comprehensive, step-by-step Reddit guide published on r/DHGate, user FabulousNinja8399 shares that this medal signals a seller has achieved the highest grade a store can receive: ACE status.—
Francesca Krempa,
StyleCaster,
10 Apr. 2025
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Roughly half of the players who played legitimate rotation minutes at some point in the season are on the list.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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More than half of hot car death cases didn't result in a conviction between 1990 and 2020, according to an analysis by Kids and Car Safety.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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With tender melodic lines intertwined with intricate accompaniment, the piece offers an emotionally nuanced narrative that explores themes of memory, loss and renewal.—
Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Pearl Jam frontman plays the cover pretty straight (not that that’s a bad thing), with just acoustic guitar accompaniment and a vocal performance that’s distinctly reminiscent of Young’s soft, quivering tenor.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
21 Mar. 2025
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Those signs, accompanied by a menacing growl and a hard stare often suggest that the dog is feeling threatened.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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But those launches are usually accompanied by airspace and maritime warning notices to ensure pilots and sailors steer clear of the test.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
18 Apr. 2025
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Although so highly esteemed, the notoriously taciturn director would often frustrate his colleagues by his reticence to explain his directorial intentions.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Ramirez and his colleagues say that’s unusual, because typically once a building had been ritually killed and abandoned, something new would be built atop the remains.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
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On Wednesday afternoon, led by police escort, Robert O’Malley became the first resident of Tuskegee Airmen Texas State Veterans Home in Fort Worth. O’Malley, 81, the first U.S. Marine Corps recipient of the Medal of Honor in the Vietnam war, was accompanied by his stepdaughter Shannon Dear.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Apr. 2025
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The flyby, which occurred under escort by United States fighter jets, sparked discussion among aviation enthusiasts.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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The green version will be available through a raffle, while an orange model is an exclusive for the brand’s collector club, The Tribe and friends.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
30 Mar. 2025
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When his parents, in-laws or friends from out of town visited, this would lead the schedule.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2025
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“Companion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companion. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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