paired

Example Sentences

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The overall destruction, paired with the collapse of a major alliance, made 2025 a defining year for the game.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

They paired up for a fast-counting exercise where partners took turns counting to three as fast as they could, then substituted claps or foot-stamping for numbers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Some alleles are dominant, meaning their traits are expressed, while others are recessive and remain hidden when paired with a dominant allele.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

In the late ’50s his musically exploratory efforts continued via “Tenor Madness,” a recording in which he is paired with Coltrane, showcasing the two principal tenor saxophone stylists of the era.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

He was randomly paired with Max Wade, and they played against Aidan and Luke.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty