as in couple
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a pair of blue socks the singer and the piano player make quite a pair together
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Recent Examples of pair
Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
On top of these three impressive moves, the Penguins were also the only team that weaponized its excess cap space to acquire draft capital, as Kyle Dubas shrewdly picked up a pair of second-round picks to take on Matt Dumba and Connor Clifton’s contracts.
—Harman Dayal, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
Yes, these casting directors knew the right talent to pair with this bonkers story in theory.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2025
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Noun
The sophomore erupted for 14 points in the frame, burying a pair of threes as Malden Catholic pulled away for good.
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The sites would pair health care with a food bank, relying on local grocers, restaurants and other food providers to donate food.
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The couple was awarded citizenship in a private ceremony in the capital of Conakry on Friday.—
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Chelsea Vaughn Photography The couple moved into Brian's home and started their lives together.—
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Style them with a comfortable long-sleeve shirt or your best lived-in hoodie, or create your own loungewear set by adding Spanx’s matching Half Zip, Turtleneck, or Crewneck Tunic.—
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Away from the cameras, Matt and Luciana have remained committed to their decades-long romance, including seeing each other in the middle of projects, attending red carpet events and getting matching tattoos.—
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The duo is returning home alongside crewmates Kimiya Yui of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, or JAXA, and Russian cosmonaut Oleg Platonov of Roscosmos.—
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After a truly evil cliffhanger in the season 14 premiere, fans had to wait a whole week to learn the identity behind the flakey pastry duo.—
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Gap High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans These Gap jeans combine two big trends into one; a dark wash and a cuffed hem.—
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This classic eucalyptus wreath combines green and off-white hues for the perfect wintry decoration that can easily be left on your door well into spring.—
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The effect feels elevated and intentional, allowing outfits to stand out while remaining versatile enough to mix easily with classic staples.—
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Fragrance stacking, also known as layering means mixing scents to create your own custom blend according to Almira Armstrong, founder of Lumira.—
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These companies can still pursue the process and try to merge even if they're challenged in court.—
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In his director’s statement, Edwin describes the film as an attempt to merge horror with dark comedy and surreal fantasy while confronting labor exploitation and dehumanizing working conditions.—
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Throughout the house, direct access to a concrete wraparound patio blends indoor and outdoor living.—
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Free People Slow It Down Pullover This cozy, slouchy, drop-sleeve sweatshirt from Free People cleverly blends the vibe of a crewneck and a hoodie.—
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One of those techniques involves an empty chair placed in front of a client, encouraging them to imagine and speak to someone connected to unresolved emotions.—
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Fort Worth police said the three cases are not connected.—
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“Pair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pair. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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