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best friend

[best frend] / ˈbɛst ˈfrɛnd /
NOUN
bosom friend
Synonyms
WEAK
bosom buddy close friend companion confidant dear friend pal soul mate
NOUN
fast friend
Synonyms
WEAK
constant friend devoted friend fidus Achates good friend great friend staunch friend trusted friend trusty friend

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Early the following year, Raynella remarried David Leath, a local barber who, according to the News-Sentinel, was Ed Dossett’s best friend.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

This is the first time I’ve mentioned it in an interview, because it’s not like he was my best friend, but it was very visceral and very real.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

"He's my best friend, so what would a best friend do?" says Chamley-Watson.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

"This week I suddenly lost my cousin and best friend Harri," wrote Morgan under a picture of the pair at Principality Stadium in Cardiff.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

I remember it was late at night, but as Dad and I pulled away from our building, I could see Mr. Prince and my scaly best friend under a streetlamp, watching us go.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas