dear friend

Example Sentences

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And, of course, there was also the passing of Mother Love Bone singer Andrew Wood, who had been Chris Cornell’s roommate and dear friend.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Fans took this confession as a devastating betrayal of Miller, who dated Wilson and was, until recently, Batula’s dear friend.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Putin, who in turn called Xi his "dear friend", will be keen to show the world their relations are unaffected by Trump's visit.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Iommi said he was "absolutely devastated" to have lost "a very dear friend".

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“So did I!” said Tomas, and it was like talking to an old and dear friend, confiding, growing warm with the topic.

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury