allies

[al-ahyz, uh-lahyz] / ˈæl aɪz, əˈlaɪz /

NOUN

something united with another, especially by treaty

Synonyms

STRONGEST

associate colleague friend partner

STRONG

accessory accomplice co-worker coadjutor collaborator confederate helper

Antonyms

STRONGEST

antagonist detractor enemy foe opponent

Example Sentences

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He believes that pressure is also being applied to Ukraine's allies, with Moscow warning diplomatic staff to leave Kyiv.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Sparta needed allies to fill out its battle array, so it installed subservient leaders throughout the Peloponnese, their allies in the war against Athens.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Rollins and her allies illustrated this phenomenon perfectly in their response to the lawsuit.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

With two magical allies — Faizah Malik, who is challenging Councilmember Traci Park, and Board of Education member Rocio Rivas — they saved homes from being bulldozed by corporate villains.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

In other words, it was the perfect spot for America and its allies to spy on the Soviets.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau

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