1
as in buddy
a person who has a strong liking for and trust in another
really close friends who like to do everything together and are always sharing secrets
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2
as in proponent
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
hopes that the new governor will be a friend to environmental causes
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as in to befriend
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Recent Examples of friend
Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
The pop superstar, 35, enjoyed a dinner out in New Orleans with friends and family on Saturday, Feb. 8, a day before her boyfriend Kelce and his Kansas City Chiefs are set to take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2025 Super Bowl.
—Julie Mazziotta, People.com, 9 Feb. 2025
Michael Scherer, Washington Post, 3 July 2024
With such an important occasion approaching, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel wants to give parents, caregivers, family members and friends the opportunity to share their appreciation of these students' accomplishments.
—Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 22 Apr. 2024
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Noun
Our open play bridge is available for players who want to have fun and make new friends.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
The pop superstar, 35, enjoyed a dinner out in New Orleans with friends and family on Saturday, Feb. 8, a day before her boyfriend Kelce and his Kansas City Chiefs are set to take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2025 Super Bowl.
—Julie Mazziotta, People.com, 9 Feb. 2025
Verb
But for months, Obama has shared with Biden and friends his deep concerns about Trump’s political strengths and the real possibility he is elected again in November.
—Michael Scherer, Washington Post, 3 July 2024
With such an important occasion approaching, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel wants to give parents, caregivers, family members and friends the opportunity to share their appreciation of these students' accomplishments.
—Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 22 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for friend
Noun
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An escaped convict teams up with his Italian buddy and an army deserter to plan a spectacular bank robbery, looting a U.S. military base for the necessary firepower.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Feb. 2025
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Its purpose was not to put out flames, but to provide a device that his buddy could rappel down — superhero style — in case of a house fire.—
Stephen Rodrick,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2025
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The 43-year-old former football player has been a longtime, outspoken proponent of LGBTQ rights.—
David K. Li,
NBC News,
20 Feb. 2025
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Indirect-cost rates are controversial: The proportion of NIH funding that has gone to them has grown over time, and proponents of trimming overhead argue that doing so would make research more efficient.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
19 Feb. 2025
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LaRock and her husband also learned the value of befriending fellow parents while on vacation in Spain.—
Danielle Owen,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2025
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He first was sent to Nebraska, then settled in Kansas City and befriended an American family.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2025
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State subsidies for electric trucks are a key part of California’s strategy, as my colleague Russ Mitchell reports.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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Across the federal government, politicians in their 70s and 80s are sticking around and often squeezing out their younger colleagues, said Presidential historian and Rice University professor Douglas Brinkley.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Transit supporters call him the last chance to ensure the system gets extensive repairs, before a cascade of deferred problems ripples across the subway, buses and commuter railroads.—
Stefanos Chen,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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The arrest was triggered by tips to Austrian intelligence that a supporter of IS had posted stories and videos with Islamic extremist content on several TikTok profiles.—
Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports,
arkansasonline.com,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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However, if and when that happens, do not expect to be her confidant again.—
Jeanne Phillips,
The Mercury News,
29 Jan. 2025
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Several years ago, Andrew Young, the politician, civil rights leader and confidant of Dr. King, was honored at the annual gala thrown by Smith’s foundation, the Tommie Smith Youth Initiative.—
Mia Galuppo,
The Hollywood Reporter,
22 Jan. 2025
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Matar was arrested the same day and was ultimately charged with the stabbing of Rushdie and Henry Reese, a 75-year-old entrepreneur and advocate for international writers who was on the stage alongside the author.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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District 5: The race for Sheffield's seat is already crowded, including candidate Whitney Clarke, a youth advocate who is on a community development board and works at Oasis of Hope Church.—
Annalise Frank,
Axios,
21 Feb. 2025
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Lung conditions associated with clubbed fingernails include: Lung cancer: About 80% of secondary cases are triggered by lung cancer.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
14 Feb. 2025
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That can add up quickly, so what are the risks associated with too much sugar in the body?—
Angela Altomare,
Glamour,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Friend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/friend. Accessed 25 Feb. 2025.
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