pairs

NOUN

two of something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

combination couple duo match team two

STRONG

brace combine combo deuce doublet duality dyad mates span twins twosome yoke

WEAK

two of a kind

Antonyms

WEAK

one single

VERB

make, become a twosome

Synonyms

STRONGEST

combine marry mate

STRONG

balance bracket couple join match team twin unite wed yoke

WEAK

match up pair off pair up put together

Antonyms

STRONG

disconnect disjoin divide separate

WEAK

sever

Example Sentences

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Despite the decrease in breeding pairs in 2025, California continues to see positive signs for wolf population growth.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

The museum’s annual Costume Institute show, housed in a new exhibition space, pairs garments with works of art from its collection to illuminate the far-reaching relationship between style and the body.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

It is just a fortnight since the Fitzpatrick brothers won the Zurich Classic of New Orleans pairs event, which secured a two-year tour card for Alex, who is ranked 120th in the world.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Once the gate opens, Vaughn, Gonzalez and the others stream in, alone or in pairs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Several pairs of argyle socks were draped over one of the exposed pipes hanging from the ceiling.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein