befriend
Example Sentences
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Dr. Kelson is so lonely that he’s begun to befriend one of those spine-ripping alphas, whom he calls Samson.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026
He also suggested that library security befriend and train nearby retailers to report any suspicious activity, especially involving art.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025
After Alani regains her composure, they reenter and quickly befriend Wood, who plays an exaggerated, borderline agoraphobic version of himself.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 24, 2025
Rock band Oasis, who Hatton adored and would later befriend, were building on Manchester's reputation as a capital of the music world.
From BBC • Oct. 9, 2025
‘Why did you leave them?’ asked Renn, who seemed to be making a supreme effort to forget about her quiver and befriend him, in order to keep them alive.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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