as in friendship
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
They missed the companionship of longtime friends after moving to California.
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Recent Examples of companionship
According to My Moving Reviews, living with a friend fosters companionship, shared responsibilities and opportunities to create lasting memories.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
Aibos are popular with seniors in Japan, offering interactivity and companionship without requiring the level of care of a real dog.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Dec. 2024
With tech companies offering an ever growing number of virtual companionships, ChatGPT released a new phone number for calls and messages this week.
—Dr. Tal Patalon, Md, Llb, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Archaeological remains uncovered in Alaska push the timeline of our canine companionship back about 2,000 years earlier than previously recorded in North or South America.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
Aibos are popular with seniors in Japan, offering interactivity and companionship without requiring the level of care of a real dog.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Dec. 2024
With tech companies offering an ever growing number of virtual companionships, ChatGPT released a new phone number for calls and messages this week.
—Dr. Tal Patalon, Md, Llb, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Archaeological remains uncovered in Alaska push the timeline of our canine companionship back about 2,000 years earlier than previously recorded in North or South America.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for companionship
Noun
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The answer will depend on the closeness of the friendship and the extent, and frequency, of the imposition.—
Judith Martin,
The Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2025
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More than anything, these two seemingly diametrically opposed ride-or-dies inspire nostalgia for the female friendships from Rae’s previous projects, from Molly and Issa in Insecure to Shawna and Mia in the canceled-too-soon show Rap Sh!t.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Rio Hondo, win or lose, is a brotherhood, Carson said.—
Benjamin Royer,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Dec. 2024
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As a youngster, to be a part of a brotherhood, especially as an only child, was special to me.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
12 Dec. 2024
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The ruling acknowledges the NOPD's progress, but some in the community question whether the department can operate independently.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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Now, instead of books, Octavia’s Bookshelf — which miraculously survived the fire — is filled with free goods to help her native community.—
Meagan Jordan,
Rolling Stone,
15 Jan. 2025
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The foundation additionally announced interdisciplinary artist and educator Derek Fordjour and photographer and feminist activist Scheherazade Tillet as the recipients of its 2025 art fellowships.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
15 Jan. 2025
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Schwarzman Scholars, one of the world’s most prestigious graduate fellowships, has announced its recipients for 2025-26.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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This imbalance can create tension, diminish intimacy and leave one person feeling overly responsible while the other becomes increasingly dependent.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Speaking of passion and romance, electric Uranus will station direct on Jan. 30, bringing momentum to your eighth house of intimacy, shared resources and emotional bonds — your approach to personal and professional connections is changing significantly.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
19 Jan. 2025
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When Braun gave birth to the couple’s daughter and went on maternity leave, she was employed as a social media manager for a Swiss company that wasn’t friendly towards remote work.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
18 Jan. 2025
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If the smell doesn't quickly dissipate, vacate the home and call your gas company's emergency line or 911. 5.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Jan. 2025
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These are not soft subjects and creativity is crucial to the future of our society and also, significantly to our economy.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
16 Jan. 2025
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For the conservative James, the revolutionaries who wanted to tear down society pushed at the limits of the literary form.—
Max Chapnick,
The Conversation,
16 Jan. 2025
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Trump has retained a close circle of aides since leaving office, with that group building a strong sense of camaraderie and trust after sticking by Trump during his brief time in the political wilderness.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
7 Jan. 2025
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Teammates noticed and gushed about Daniels’ work ethic, poise and camaraderie from the jump.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Companionship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/companionship. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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