companion piece

American  

noun

1. a literary or musical work that has a close relationship to another work by the same author or composer.

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Etymology

Origin of companion piece

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

As “The Ten Commandments” hits its 70th anniversary this year, Moses’ staff passes to Ben Kingsley, who stars in “The Old Stories: Moses,” a companion piece to “House of David” premiering later this spring.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

The film, directed by documentarian Alex Gibney, is the companion piece to Rushdie's "Knife," a memoir recounting the harrowing 2022 attack and its aftermath.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

The film is a companion piece to their prize-winning 2020 documentary “Boys State.”

From Seattle Times • Mar. 31, 2024

It’s a companion piece, built in the same universe, that is equally indebted to the history of Black cowboys and the need for restorative justice in America.

From New York Times • Feb. 29, 2024

A companion piece chair can be made by using suitable length rails to admit only one cushion.

From Mission Furniture How to Make It, Part I by Windsor, H. H. (Henry Haven)