as in friendship
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
They missed the companionship of longtime friends after moving to California.
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Recent Examples of companionship
The lawsuit over Bryan’s death seeks more than $50,000 in damages for loss of companionship and protection, mental pain and suffering, funeral expenses, medical expenses and more, the complaint shows.
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Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
Not wanting Roan to go too long without the comfort of canine companionship, Ruth started searching for a new rescue dog with her son.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
As technology evolves, so too does our understanding of companionship.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 25 Jan. 2025
Throughout the years, watching their friendship has shaped Jordan and Tara’s understanding of love and companionship.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 10 Feb. 2025
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Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
Not wanting Roan to go too long without the comfort of canine companionship, Ruth started searching for a new rescue dog with her son.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
As technology evolves, so too does our understanding of companionship.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 25 Jan. 2025
Throughout the years, watching their friendship has shaped Jordan and Tara’s understanding of love and companionship.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 10 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for companionship
Noun
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In With Love, Markle is joined by celebrity friends like Roy Choi, Mindy Kaling, and Alice Waters, who share personal tips and tricks, as Markle showcases the joys of cooking, gardening, entertaining, and friendship.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
4 Mar. 2025
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In the face of the destruction that occurs and the lives lost, Adra and Abraham form an unexpected friendship.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
3 Mar. 2025
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With the group’s strength in mind, the Backstreet Boys see the residency is a reminder of their legacy and their 32-year brotherhood.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
18 Feb. 2025
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Featuring some larger-than-life characters, Sirianni has helped mold this consortium of talent into a brotherhood and a winning machine.—
Ben Morse,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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The couple were active in the community, dining out and shopping at Whole Foods.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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The Connecticut Mirror reported in December that despite reforms enacted by the state, new data show minority communities are still underrepresented in jury pools in several of Connecticut’s judicial districts.—
Jenna Carlesso,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2025
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She was inspired to support students after losing her best friend from high school who died at 30 just a year after earning his fellowship to become a doctor.—
C. R. Walker,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2025
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The exercise was supposed to be a culmination of training conducted over weeks by eight international fellowship program firefighters, the warrant read.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
22 Feb. 2025
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Instead, Baker and his partner Quan worked as the intimacy coordinators on the set.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
2 Mar. 2025
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From accusations over blackface to debates over artificial intelligence and the role of intimacy coordinators, this year's Oscars have sparked widespread conversations inside and outside Hollywood.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Much like Google Wallet, Apple Pay is limited to its company's ecosystem.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
7 Mar. 2025
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The utility bankrolled political consultants whose companies propped up ghost candidates in Miami-Dade and elsewhere to confuse voters, split the vote and secure state Senate seats for friendlier legislators.—
Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Ultimately, those who carve out their own path rather than following society’s expectations tend to experience greater long-term fulfilment.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Leaving individuals with severe mental illness to navigate a society unprepared to meet their needs comes at a significant cost.—
Alan M. Langlieb,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Mar. 2025
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Instead, focus on lighthearted, universally relatable humor that enhances camaraderie.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The teamwork and camaraderie between her and Jonny were truly heartfelt.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Companionship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companionship. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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