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as in handful
a small number
there are only a couple of errors in the computer program
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as in pair
two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together
a couple of socks
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as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
at Pittsburgh, the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers couple to form the Ohio
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
if you couple the two extension cords, the connection should be long enough to reach the next room
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Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2024
Since first launching their tequila, the couple has released several pantless photos in a cheeky nod to the spirit’s name — and their birthday post is no different.
—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024
Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2024
The silent movie era lasted about 30 years until 1927, the talkies came in, and orchestras now perform the score, and it's coupled to the actual picture.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 28 Sep. 2024
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Noun
Viewing habits have changed far too much for this year’s World Series to bring baseball back to its late ’70s-early ’80s peak, but the Dodgers-Yankees matchup should at least reverse the past couple years’ lows.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2024
Since first launching their tequila, the couple has released several pantless photos in a cheeky nod to the spirit’s name — and their birthday post is no different.
—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024
Verb
The two coupled up when Nicole entered the Fiji villa as a surprise bombshell on day six.
—Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2024
The silent movie era lasted about 30 years until 1927, the talkies came in, and orchestras now perform the score, and it's coupled to the actual picture.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 28 Sep. 2024
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But there are a handful that have scheduled trick-or-treat for Halloween, which is Thursday.Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 31 Oct. 2024
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While much of it was caught on camera, there were a handful of dramatic moments that did not make the cut, leaving audiences full of questions.Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
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Choudhury found the pairs of migrants and locals crafted plans with more prosocial, community-serving ideas.Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2024
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Bridget Love, vice president and general merchandise manager for fashion and beauty at HSN, said the pair’s signature style is woven through the collection.Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 24 Oct. 2024
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If the mixture separates, remove from heat and whisk until the butter combines with the sugar.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2024
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The flat heel combined with a flexible outsole and soft insole makes walking in these loafers effortless, and the knit detailing on them prevents your feet from feeling hot and adds some fun texture to the shoe.Kelsey Fredricks, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024
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Authorities believe the two incidents, as well as a similar incident that occurred earlier this month in Vancouver, are connected.Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2024
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The Packers sank the Bears 33-28 as Aaron Rodgers connected with Randall Cobb with 38 seconds remaining for a 48-yard touchdown on fourth-and-8 as free safety Chris Conte got caught standing flat-footed.Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2024
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The mother-daughter duo discussed the first of many books based on their travel adventures around the world.Essence, Essence, 30 Oct. 2024
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Another must-have in my travel bag, this compact travel set includes a shampoo and conditioner duo that will work for anyone and actually doubles as a body wash and shaving cream!Sarah Boyd, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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By integrating talent strategies into business planning, HR can provide more value and proactively address challenges.Brent Gleeson, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Beyond the foliage, pumpkin spiced lattes and envisioning how to integrate Strega Nona looks into our wardrobe and decor, something more sinister lurks beneath the surface and in the stars.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 26 Oct. 2024
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Pre-lit trees come with lights that are already strung, saving you more time and effort.Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024
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The cherry limeade ale comes in a can whose multicolor design features a sparkling disco ball, a pair of purple hands in the shape of a heart and a description of the beer spelled out on beads strung in the style of friendship bracelets.Bradley Hohulin, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Oct. 2024
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Even the respective endings for Agatha herself feel linked.Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
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The disinformation narratives being pushed by these accounts are linked to Storm-1516, according to Newsguard.David Gilbert, WIRED, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Couple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couple. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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