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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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
Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Aug. 2025
Dogs are important to traditional Mongolian herders as the protectors of people and livestock and as hunting companions.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 2 Aug. 2025
Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 14 June 2023
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Noun
The companion plants entice pollinators and other beneficial insects into my garden.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Aug. 2025
Dogs are important to traditional Mongolian herders as the protectors of people and livestock and as hunting companions.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 2 Aug. 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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Marrero is pursuing a public administration degree at FIU after earning an associate’s degree in Public Policy and Services.—
Veronica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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Chris Campisi in Pelham, Alabama, says Hudnall and his business associates ripped him off last year to the tune of $100,000 in what federal authorities contend was another oil industry investment scam.—
Mike Hendricks,
Kansas City Star,
14 Aug. 2025
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Merry Maids offers an excellent guide to cleaning various types of countertops, most of which can become sparkling clean in seconds with a bit of soap and water.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
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It was listed in the historic Green Book, the guide that was used by African American travelers to find friendly hotels, restaurants and service stations in New England from the 1930s to the 1960s.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
5 Aug. 2025
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But his yards-per-carry average reduced drastically in the second half of the season.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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If all goes well, KU backup Cole Ballard should see plenty of snaps in the second half.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
14 Aug. 2025
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The exhibit staff plays an audio accompaniment to supplement the viewing experience.—
Zareen Syed,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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Squeeze the throttle pedal firmly to the carpet and the engine room answers with more forward thrust, the 9-speed kicking down several gears nearly instantly, and the car rushing onward with accompaniment of a classic but subtle straight six yowl.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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With Brian Cashman accompanying the Yankees to St. Louis, the Bombers beat the Cardinals, 4-3, on Friday night.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Her grandfather, Jim Coleman, and uncle, Jacob, accompany her on guitar and mandolin.—
Frank Langfitt,
NPR,
16 Aug. 2025
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Advertisement Johnson anticipates more challenges from his cantankerous colleagues.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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Critical Role isn’t afraid to throw in guest stars at the table to add a little spice, with personal friends and colleagues dropping in for short or prolonged stints stretching back to Campaign 1.—
Dana Reboe,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
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Disruptions related to the situation in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, which CMA CGM has periodically sailed through with escorts from the French Navy, are ongoing and continue to pose significant operational challenges, the company says.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
30 July 2025
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The vessel was used as a convoy escort by the British during the American Revolution before it was sold off to whale hunters in 1784, the reports noted.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
30 July 2025
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In the photos, Thompson is seen playing baseball alongside his family and friends — and in one photo, poses in the dugout with his arm around Megan, 30.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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And with all due respect to all of my friends who make TV, there is no reason these shows can’t be on every year.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Companion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companion. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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