pairs 1 of 2

noun

variants or pair
plural of pair
as in couples
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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verb

present tense third-person singular of pair
as in matches

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Recent Examples of pairs
Noun
After the pair released the duet, Carpenter thanked the country star for her involvement and shared behind-the-scenes photos from the music video. — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026 On the development and production side, Lumicraft’s AI casting tool Castlink pairs actor discovery with contracting and settlement, while Reproduction’s Pre-Flow handles screenplay analysis and production data sharing. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026 Laing and Habboo’s company, Jampot Productions, is an associate producer, and the pair serve as exec producers, with Rebecca Burrell, Melanie Archer and Julia Nottingham doing the same for Dorothy Street. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026 The veteran country hitmaker gave Parton her big break by casting her on his show, and the pair became frequent duet partners. — Stephen L. Betts, Rolling Stone, 25 Aug. 2026 Next the hosts talk about a pair of big sports M&A deals from last week. — Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026 This combination of reposado tequila, mezcal, and Amaro Nonino is a slow sipper that pairs well with the rich flavors on the menu. — Anthony Todd, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026 The two pairs are joined by Kristina Mladenovic of France and Marcelo Arévalo of El Salvador, and Erin Routliffe of New Zealand and Lloyd Glasspool of Great Britain. — James Hansen, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Go with a pair of sleek almond-toe pumps to visually lengthen the legs and instantly elevate a look. — Renata Joffre, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pairs
  1. couples
  2. matches
  3. duos
  4. squares
  5. blends
  6. mixes
  7. combines
  8. correlates
Noun
  • The Kissingers were also among the most visible couples in New York City, their principal residence, attending museum openings, fashion shows by Bill Blass and Oscar de la Renta, and charity fundraisers.
    — Robert D. Mcfadden, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
  • World-renowned for his work on marital stability and divorce prediction, John Gottman has conducted 50 years of breakthrough research with thousands of couples.
    — Big Think, Big Think, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of couples
Verb
  • The feed will remember your requests, adapt to them immediately, and show content that matches your current interests.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Wells Fargo's recommendation matches the consensus on Wall Street, where 9 of 11 analysts rate Progyny a buy or strong buy, LSEG data shows.
    — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of matches
Noun
  • After going public in 2021, the two have become one of Hollywood’s sweetest duos, offering plenty of support to one another for their respective projects (see Challengers, for example) and even giving us peeks at their love life behind-the-scenes.
    — Christopher Luu, InStyle, 31 July 2026
  • Not enough for most duos to hold off a hungry peloton, but this was two of the greatest riders the sport has ever seen.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 26 July 2026
Definition of duos
Verb
  • Later, the Moon squares the Sun, highlighting the gap between private emotions and outward confidence.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Later, the Moon squares Jupiter in Leo, which can amplify reactions or make small needs feel huge.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of squares
Verb
  • The company blends the visual identity of the larger XSR family with modern entry-level components, shrinking the basic ingredients into a package that's easier to ride, cheaper to run, and far less intimidating.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Consider this swivel papasan chair, for instance, which blends classic style with modern comfort, or this textured side table that adds a refined touch while keeping your snacks and drinks within reach.
    — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of blends
Verb
  • The footage mixes high-speed chases and explosive action with comedic beats, framing a story built around chaos, mismatched heroism and rising stakes as the mission unfolds.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Everyone seemingly watches them — and a little tennis — with a $23 Honey Deuce in one hand, swaying to DJ Trizz’s mixes on the sound system.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of mixes
Verb
  • The brand combines movement and fitness with nutrition and other wellness tools to help women build sustainable habits that support their health through midlife and beyond.
    — Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The film is directed by Tom Stern and combines archival footage, animation, puppetry, and reenactments featuring the band.
    — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of combines
Verb
  • According to the company, SignalTrace detects and correlates electronic signals that devices publicly broadcast.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Research indicates that utilizing these benefits correlates with improved health outcomes, including higher rates of preventive visits and better chronic disease management.
    — Aimée K. Dailey, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of correlates

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“Pairs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pairs. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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