as in pair
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a couplet of statues flank the entrance to the church
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Recent Examples of couplet
The second couplet is a statement of method, both of Tu Fu and of Weinberger.
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Wyatt Mason, Harper's Magazine, 26 Apr. 2024
Some additional traditions preparing for the lunar new year include putting spring festival couplets on doors or windows and buying new clothes.
—Jennifer Borresen, USA TODAY, 27 Jan. 2025
Carroll characters abound, the dialogue is all in rhyming couplets.
—Robert Lloyd, Boston Herald, 28 Nov. 2024
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With his sugary couplets and instantly hummable melody, Robinson had come up with a love song for the ages.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 24 Nov. 2024
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Wyatt Mason, Harper's Magazine, 26 Apr. 2024
Some additional traditions preparing for the lunar new year include putting spring festival couplets on doors or windows and buying new clothes.
—Jennifer Borresen, USA TODAY, 27 Jan. 2025
Carroll characters abound, the dialogue is all in rhyming couplets.
—Robert Lloyd, Boston Herald, 28 Nov. 2024
More:Detroit’s Grammy nominees: Eminem, Jack White, Karen Clark Sheard, CeCe Winans, more
More:Twinkie Clark to turn 70 with a concert befitting Detroit gospel royalty
With his sugary couplets and instantly hummable melody, Robinson had come up with a love song for the ages.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 24 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for couplet
Noun
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Acknowledging mom's everyday love for leggings, this fresh pair is a thoughtful gift that elevates her athleisure style.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Glamour,
15 Apr. 2025
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Miracle approach shots on 15 and 17 ended in a pair of birdies that gave him the lead for the third time on the day.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While couples today don’t need to adhere to every tradition when planning their wedding events, a bridal shower has a few etiquette protocols that many follow when arranging the party or attending as a guest.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
17 Apr. 2025
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The court found that the couple was indeed in violation of the HOA’s legally binding rules and therefore was required to pay the fines.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The duo's service to the community extended beyond schools and older people.—
Sophia Veneziano,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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The duo have an ease, often finishing each other’s sentences.—
Thessaly La Force,
Vogue,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Wondering where the twain meet with these veteran politicians?—
Laura Washington,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Moose wants Leon Draisaitl money, $14 million per year, and ne’er the twain.—
Sean Keeler,
The Denver Post,
18 Jan. 2025
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“Couplet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couplet. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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