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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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The first time Leigh Digons saw the Backstreet Boys, she was 15, with her mom and best friend.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

It would be like a best friend who’s always there for you and endlessly helpful.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 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

“And also … you kind of are my miracle. I need you. My best friend could be dying downstairs as we speak.”

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer