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verb

Definition of squirenext
as in to accompany
to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship her father squired her to the dance to make sure she got there all right

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squire

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noun

1
as in magistrate

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2
as in guide

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Recent Examples of squire
Verb
This former waitress was now being squired about in limos and being interviewed on The Today Show. — Mimi Pond, People.com, 14 Sep. 2025 The post-credits scene in the finale reveals that Maekar did not give Egg permission to squire Dunk, something that isn’t made explicit in the novella. — James Grebey, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
The protagonist is Ser Duncan the Tall (Dunk), a knight-errant played by Peter Claffey, accompanied by his young squire Egg, portrayed by Dexter Sol Ansell. — Francesca Pellegrini, Vanity Fair, 22 June 2026 Hitchcock's last British film before his Hollywood migration concerns a young woman (Maureen O'Hara) who investigates a series of shipwrecks overseen by a local squire (Charles Laughton), who employs a gang to loot the wreckage. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for squire
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squire
  1. accompany
  2. magistrate
  3. guide
  4. escort
  5. chief justice
  6. companion
  7. circuit judge
  8. attendant
Verb
  • The Munizes included the same statement in a new post that instead was accompanied by a photo of the family of three.
    — Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • The oversized Route 66 sign accompanying the treat is perfect for a selfie background, and the statue is located next to the Rich & Creamy Ice Cream Shop.
    — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Definition of accompany
Noun
  • In May, a magistrate judge had recommended that the motion for damages should be granted, including $253,142 for emotional distress; $3,505 to pay for past treatment; and $340,200 to pay for future treatment; along with $1,193,694 in punitive damages, per court documents obtained by PEOPLE.
    — Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
  • The case sat in limbo for a year before a federal magistrate judge denied Google’s request to toss the warrant in November 2024, agreeing with the Justice Department.
    — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
Definition of magistrate
Noun
  • Welcome to Climate Point, your weekly guide to the latest news about climate, energy and the environment.
    — Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • While some details are still forthcoming, this guide explains how these accounts work, including details about who is eligible, what free money is available and how to maximize the long-term growth potential.
    — Jessica Dickler,Kate Dore, CFP®, EA, CNBC, 1 July 2026
Definition of guide
Verb
  • Mid-range to high-end hotels can also often help guests secure VIP airport services that escort them through customs, to get their bags and to their transportation, Kimpton said.
    — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 30 June 2026
  • So is the coordination with law enforcement agencies, including the multiple jurisdictions called upon to escort teams to and from training or matches or to the airport.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2026
Definition of escort
Noun
  • This year the chief justice prevailed with different coalitions.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • Warren Burger, chief justice of the United States and the chancellor of the Smithsonian, made short work of introducing the president.
    — Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 1 July 2026
Definition of chief justice
Noun
  • With their bright, gold-yellow blooms and intense fragrance, marigolds are a popular companion plant in many home gardens.
    — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 6 July 2026
  • Summer is in full swing and your best companion to any summer adventure is a great hat.
    — Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 6 July 2026
Definition of companion
Noun
  • Dugan resigned from her position as a Milwaukee County circuit judge two weeks after her conviction amid threats of impeachment from Republican state lawmakers.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 17 June 2026
  • Dugan resigned from her position as a Milwaukee County circuit judge two weeks after her conviction amid threats of impeachment from Republican state lawmakers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 June 2026
Definition of circuit judge
Noun
  • The restaurant chain gets top marks for such fields as short-order cook and cafeteria attendant.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 29 June 2026
  • Lots typically open three to four hours before the event, and attendants direct drivers to the next available spot.
    — System Process, Sacbee.com, 29 June 2026
Definition of attendant

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“Squire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squire. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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