as in women
a female romantic companion
he proposed to his girlfriend of seven years
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Recent Examples of girlfriends
Her sons are older now, 20 and 24, but not much has changed, other than the new dreidel stockings Lewis has added for each of their long-term girlfriends.
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Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
Cozy, festive, Kansas Chiefs supportively-hued and wintry WAG (the acronym for wives and girlfriends of sports players, for the uninitiated).
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024
Aaron Rodgers is not speaking highly of some of his famous ex-girlfriends.
—Janelle Ash, Fox News, 18 Dec. 2024
To get some inspiration, the dietitian, yoga instructor and stand-up comedian consulted her college girlfriends' group text.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Several other former girlfriends made similar accusations of mental, emotional and physical abuse, all of which Hammer has denied.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 3 Dec. 2024
However, the real action is in the suites - and on the turf sidelines - where the WAGS (wives and girlfriends of professional athletes) command attention in their own sport, fashion.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
The New York State attorney general who was beating up his girlfriends.
—Ayad Akhtar, The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Trust us, the women, moms, and girlfriends in your life will be thrilled to add these sparkling pieces to their jewelry boxes!
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2024
Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
Cozy, festive, Kansas Chiefs supportively-hued and wintry WAG (the acronym for wives and girlfriends of sports players, for the uninitiated).
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024
Aaron Rodgers is not speaking highly of some of his famous ex-girlfriends.
—Janelle Ash, Fox News, 18 Dec. 2024
To get some inspiration, the dietitian, yoga instructor and stand-up comedian consulted her college girlfriends' group text.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Several other former girlfriends made similar accusations of mental, emotional and physical abuse, all of which Hammer has denied.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 3 Dec. 2024
However, the real action is in the suites - and on the turf sidelines - where the WAGS (wives and girlfriends of professional athletes) command attention in their own sport, fashion.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
The New York State attorney general who was beating up his girlfriends.
—Ayad Akhtar, The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Trust us, the women, moms, and girlfriends in your life will be thrilled to add these sparkling pieces to their jewelry boxes!
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for girlfriends
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For high-achieving women—many of whom serve as community leaders, entrepreneurs or executives—this truth is especially relevant.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Building Lasting Success With Purposeful Commitment For women in leadership, this is important.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Severna Park's Abby Cover headlines The Baltimore Sun’s 2024 All-Metro girls soccer teams as Player of the Year.Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
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Initially, the vaccine was only recommended for girls, which made people unaware that boys and men are also eligible, experts said.Maggie O'Neill, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
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The ladies of The View are putting down their mugs and stepping away from the Hot Topics table to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year.EW.com, EW.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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The ladies also outlined the unique timing of their holiday celebrations for those who have to travel for away games.Skyler Caruso, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Enigmatic as a matter of strategy, Dylan lies about himself and his past to his friends, his lovers, and an eager press, keeping a distance between the art and the artist.Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
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One of the most talked about attractions of this festival is Dinner and a Movie, which offers film and food lovers to meet and greet filmmakers while enjoying a meal.Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Girlfriends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/girlfriends. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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