couple 1 of 2

noun

ˈkə-pəl How to pronounce couple (audio)
Definition of couplenext
1
as in handful
a small number there are only a couple of errors in the computer program

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2
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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couple

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verb

ˈkə-pəl How to pronounce couple (audio)
1
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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2
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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Recent Examples of couple
Noun
The engaged couple from Orlando, Florida, pick a different city to visit each Fourth of July. — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 5 July 2026 Miles' pre-existing friendship with Kelce and his brother, Jason, brought the couples even closer when the pop icon and the footballer began dating in 2023. — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 6 July 2026
Verb
The producers essentially did as much once both were exiled from Casa Amor, and the two made the mutual decision to couple up onscreen. — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 1 July 2026 Local organizations can also couple energy aid with other housing and social services, including job training, for more holistic supports for struggling households and communities. — Alexandra Klass, The Conversation, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for couple
Recent Examples of Synonyms for couple
  1. handful
  2. pair
  3. combine
  4. connect
  5. duo
  6. integrate
  7. string
  8. link
Noun
  • That surge in imports was led largely by a handful of major manufacturing hubs.
    — Dian Zhang, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • After the first handful of knockout-stage matches, there are five African nations remaining.
    — PJ Green July 1, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026
Definition of handful
Noun
  • This 67-percent cotton pair from Mango would look so ‘50s chic with a crisp white button-down, thong kitten heels, and a hair scarf.
    — Tessa Petak, InStyle, 6 July 2026
  • After opening with a scoreless draw against Cape Verde, the reigning European champions have scored eight goals in the past three games, with Mikel Oyarzabal notching a pair of braces.
    — Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of pair
Verb
  • Diogo Costo had six saves for Colombia, which marked more saves than the team had in its first two matches combined.
    — Jaclyn Hendricks, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • Grab a tortilla chip and scoop up a bite of this multi-layered dip that combines the flavors of the Southwest.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Definition of combine
Verb
  • Newport Beach now prohibits canopies larger than 6 feet by 6 feet and requires that the structures not be connected.
    — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • In other words, different machines will handle different jobs while staying connected through the same software system.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of connect
Noun
  • When William began dating Kate Middleton, now known as Princess Kate, their duo became a trio, with Harry accompanying the lovebirds to official engagements and glitzy ceremonies as the flame-haired third wheel.
    — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • Her boundless energy and warmth bring color to their lives and challenges the male duo to step out of their comfort zone, which is mostly in their heads.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026
Definition of duo
Verb
  • The roof design allows solar panels to be integrated into the building, while green roofscapes introduce vegetation that supports biodiversity and helps manage heat and rainwater.
    — Bridget Borgobello July 04, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
  • The technology is also being integrated into aviation safety-management practices.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026
Definition of integrate
Verb
  • Students set up tents and information tables and strung large banners around an outdoor amphitheater at the center of campus.
    — Katie Moore, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
  • Our backyards become little restaurants, strung with lights and softened with linen tablecloths, and our rooftops become cocktail parties and dance halls.
    — Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 June 2026
Definition of string
Verb
  • Experts said brands everywhere are expected to scramble for a piece of the Swift wedding buzz, with many hoping to ride the cultural wave without ever being officially linked to the ceremony.
    — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
  • The announcement also offers business owners a look at how link-in-bio tools are evolving.
    — Ethan M. Stone, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Definition of link

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