allies

[al-ahyz, uh-lahyz] / ˈæl aɪz, əˈlaɪz /

NOUN

something united with another, especially by treaty

Synonyms

STRONGEST

associate colleague friend partner

STRONG

accessory accomplice co-worker coadjutor collaborator confederate helper

Antonyms

STRONGEST

antagonist detractor enemy foe opponent

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Iceland is a founder member of Nato but it has no military and relies on its allies for defence.

From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026

“It meant that Germany, France and other EU allies came to their defense,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026

Still, one Western official said Nato allies should remain calm but not complacent.

From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026

His comments drew sharp criticism from Kainerugaba's allies.

From Barron's ● Aug. 27, 2026

Was all of that information tainted or manipulated by the Soviets to mislead the Americans and their allies?

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau

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