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noun

ˈper How to pronounce pair (audio)
Definition of pairnext
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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pair

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verb

as in to match

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Recent Examples of pair
Noun
Songwriter Sheik, who died September 17 at 56, scored a pair of Tonys — Best Original Score and Best Orchestrations — for his contemporary rock score. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2026 Sox reliever Hagen Smith issued a pair of walks before Petey Halpin hit a three-run home run against Sean Newcomb that gave the Guardians a 5-3 lead. — Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026
Verb
Natural oak tones are timeless, and pair well with light and dark furnishings, allowing for more flexibility in your space. — Jason Rueger, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026 The Army plans to pair an autonomous mobility platform with interchangeable munitions pallets, allowing engineers to test different combinations. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pair
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pair
  1. couple
  2. match
  3. duo
  4. combine
  5. mix
  6. merge
  7. blend
  8. connect
Noun
  • The crowd consists of families, honeymooners, and older couples.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The upstairs couples’ section and the more open downstairs offer different experiences.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of couple
Verb
  • There’s nothing that can match its drama in AlUla, or anywhere else, for that matter.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • But national data doesn’t always match local realities, and not everyone agrees with Redfin’s assessment.
    — Bilin Lin, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of match
Noun
  • On a boat — not to mention a reality-TV show — attachments develop and fall apart with unusual urgency; watching Kat and Gen felt like watching the main friend duo of a coming-of-age movie ride out the turbulence of growing up in 2x speed.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026
  • But even a duo with their pedigree can’t get a carte blanche these days to make a movie that’s decidedly not for mainstream crowds.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of duo
Verb
  • Missile with multiple roles SM-6 combines several capabilities within one missile design.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Walk past the bar, toward the horizon, and there’s Rumari, whose name combines the words for house (rumah), moon (purnama) and sun (matahari).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of combine
Verb
  • The result is Ba’s Book, which mixes vérité documentary, re-enactments by family members in Vietnam and actors, as well as travelog into a heartfelt family film.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The Empress’s own 1908 Indigo Gin, which changes color depending on what’s mixed in, is absolutely delicious.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of mix
Verb
  • After his sudden death in 1960, Olivetti began a slow decline and was eventually broken up and merged with a telecommunications company.
    — E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Mass Appeal and Whatnot are merging hip-hop, comics, art, fashion, sports and collectibles at this year’s New York City Comic Con.
    — Angel Diaz, Billboard, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of merge
Verb
  • Designed to be used, displayed, combined and gifted, the pieces blend everyday function with Ginori’s refined aesthetic, colorful palette and touches of gold.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The amenities in the room are unmarked, in beautiful refillable containers, and have a natural, earthy scent that blends nicely with the environment.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of blend
Verb
  • At that time, the company’s Fisher-Price, Barbie and American Girl brands were struggling to connect with changing consumer tastes and Mattel was reeling from the recent bankruptcy of Toys R Us.
    — Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Finally, in the fourth quarter, Skinner connected with speedster Emmanuel Pullins for a 44-yard touchdown and a 21-14 lead before his interception return.
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of connect

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“Pair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pair. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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