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Even in moments when they do feel lonely, these women say loneliness doesn't define their lives, nor do they aspire to remain permanently friendless.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hit back at claims that Israel is basically friendless on Sunday, telling Fox News‘ Jacqui Heinrich that his country’s global relationships are “not quite as they appear.”

From Salon Jul. 5, 2026

When she first meets Kimiko, Hana is a shy, friendless teenager living in a run-down apartment.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 17, 2026

Hester is a friendless, Type-A workaholic whose work includes helping corporations sidestep the EPA.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 27, 2025

He was a homeless, friendless man to whom life meant little and he determined to seek the Sphinx out and try to solve the riddle.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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