best friend

Example Sentences

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Late in an important game, he put my best friend at second base and me in right field.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“Call Up Nancy” is an anthem for anyone who’s ever had a ride-or-die best friend.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

Corporal William S Thorpe also paid tribute, describing Freeman as "my best friend".

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

There, she brought out surprise guest Audrey Hobert, Abrams’ longtime best friend and collaborator.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

“Her name is Bug. She’s the friend I was telling you about before. The one who I didn’t like when we first met. She’s been my best friend since I was about your age.”

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman