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as in handful
a small number
there are only a couple of errors in the computer program
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as in pair
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a couple of socks
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as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
at Pittsburgh, the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers couple to form the Ohio
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
if you couple the two extension cords, the connection should be long enough to reach the next room
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Recent Examples of couple
Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2025
The couple's bodies were found several days later during a welfare check.
—EW.com, 22 July 2025
Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
The latter of whom coupled up after Nic's previous connection, Cierra Oretga, abruptly departed the dating series during the Sunday, July 6, episode.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 9 July 2025
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Noun
Deputies found Angela Byrd, 44, deceased and wrapped in plastic inside the couple’s home, where Byrd allegedly lived for weeks as the body decomposed, according to the sheriff.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2025
The couple's bodies were found several days later during a welfare check.
—EW.com, 22 July 2025
Verb
Throughout their stay in a tropical oasis, Islanders will couple up to face brand new heart-racing challenges and bigger twists and turns than ever before.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
The latter of whom coupled up after Nic's previous connection, Cierra Oretga, abruptly departed the dating series during the Sunday, July 6, episode.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for couple
Noun
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Lisette Olivera was initially cast as a series regular last season to succeed Kane but left after a handful of episodes as Scola’s new partner Syd Ortiz.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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Let’s review… ATTENDANCE Despite a handful of group stage games played in front of small crowds, the total attendance over the month was 2.49 million and the average attendance was 39,547.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. hiked Camelback Mountain over the weekend, donning a pair of bluejeans to climb the popular peak during what is often Arizona’s hottest month of the year.—
Stephanie Murray,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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When the camera panned to a couple embracing in the crowd, the pair quickly tried to dodge the spotlight.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
22 July 2025
Verb
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The restaurant combines flavors from across France, including chef Julien Pilati’s native Champagne and the Brittany of his wife, Laetitia.—
Sloane Crosley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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This fruity-floral fusion combines the essence of orange with earthy florals like rose, neroli, and patchouli.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
15 July 2025
Verb
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From the very beginning, his journey of creating Airbnb was born out of necessity and a desire to connect people in a more authentic way.—
Raoul Davis,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Featuring dozens of speakers, the event seeks to connect thousands of attendees from different industries and levels of experience with technology professionals.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Punk duo Bob Vylan are now being investigated by police and have had their U.S. visas revoked.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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The father-son duo, who have more than 2.1 million TikTok followers, showed up with The Rizzler, who is known for viral social media moments.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 July 2025
Verb
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The marks a shift in extending the application of AI beyond technical domains to help workers integrate AI in their team.—
Jeanne Meister,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Once young people reach the workforce, our internships and onboarding should integrate wellness practices into the foundational skills that help them — and our companies — thrive.—
Elan Gepner-Dales,
Rolling Stone,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Overvoltage, Cold Weather And Fuse Limitations Tier 1 module N-type can be strung in series up to 28 units.—
Joern Hackbarth,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The team looked to be on its way out of the tournament before catching fire from the field and stringing defensive stops together.—
Bennett Conlin,
Baltimore Sun,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Although they were first linked together back in July 2018, the pair didn't make their red carpet debut until December 2022.—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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Seymour was most recently romantically linked to musician John Zambetti.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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“Couple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couple. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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