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best friend

[best frend] / ˈbɛst ˈfrɛnd /
NOUN
bosom friend
Synonyms
WEAK
bosom buddy close friend companion confidant dear friend pal soul mate
NOUN
fast friend
Synonyms
WEAK
constant friend devoted friend fidus Achates good friend great friend staunch friend trusted friend trusty friend

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Charlie perhaps came to be my best friend and closest confidant in the world of politics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“Call Up Nancy” is an anthem for anyone who’s ever had a ride-or-die best friend.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

“You heard about it all the time at parties. My best friend was like, ‘That story is rabbit hole upon rabbit hole upon rabbit hole — no one knows what really happened.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

She said Sam's best friend was also running.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The light disappears, and my best friend is back in control.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer

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