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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

Example Sentences

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It would be like a best friend who’s always there for you and endlessly helpful.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Early the following year, Raynella remarried David Leath, a local barber who, according to the News-Sentinel, was Ed Dossett’s best friend.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

This is the first time I’ve mentioned it in an interview, because it’s not like he was my best friend, but it was very visceral and very real.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Also on his table was seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton, who has since become Chamley-Watson's "best friend".

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

She and her best friend, Jade, look at me expectantly.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila