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buddies
  • plural of buddy.
  • present tense form of buddy (3rd person singular).

Example Sentences

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I guess being buddies at swanky Hamptons parties in the ’90s only goes so far.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

"Brian was there for two weeks, he spent the first week with one group of buddies and the second with another friend from America," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

When it became apparent that it would not lead to business, the adviser sought out new golf buddies.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

The group late last year unveiled generative AI-powered "Teammates", computer-controlled buddies supposed to join in matches with human players.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Ever since the week when Daddy went away, Miss Fulton is acting like we are bosom buddies.

From "Finding Langston" by Lesa Cline-Ransome