pairs
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Pairs of participants sat facing each other but interacted through computer screens, allowing the scientists to control the flow of information.
From Science Daily • Nov. 17, 2025
Alomin will play in the World Open Singles, while Amar and Rigbi will feature in the World Open Pairs.
From BBC • Dec. 31, 2024
Pairs of men dug foxholes nearby so one could sleep while his buddy stood sentry.
From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2024
Pairs of boys and girls locked arms as they skipped barefoot around villagers gathered in the circle’s center, and made their final approach to adulthood.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 13, 2023
“Yep. You should do it. Besides, I’ve got to prepare for the Family Pairs tournament tomorrow. And I don’t even like her. You do.”
From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry
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