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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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A married couple lived next to their best friend for years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Mallett's father said he had lost not only his son, but his "best friend", and struggled to find enjoyment in life or motivation to do anything.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Aryan Simhadri, who portrays Percy’s best friend Grover Underwood in the series, spoke out last year about an unsettling encounter with a handsy fan when a group of “40 drunk college girls” recognized him.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

“Her name is Bug. She’s the friend I was telling you about before. The one who I didn’t like when we first met. She’s been my best friend since I was about your age.”

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman