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good buddy

American  

noun

  1. Citizens Band Radio Slang. the operator of a CB radio; fellow operator (often used as a form of direct address while broadcasting).

  2. Informal. a trusted companion or colleague; friend.


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Under a previous Labour government, as it turns out, Mandelson had leaked loads of confidential financial information to his good buddy Epstein, and then lied about their friendship for years afterward.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

He ponders it a little more, and adds: “I think Shakespeare would be a good buddy of mine. I think we’d have a couple beers together, and a good laugh.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025

And the feeling is mutual, with Mr Stewart describing him as "a good buddy" who will now be on his Christmas card list.

From BBC • Sep. 18, 2023

“Well, mercy sakes, good buddy, we gonna back on outta here,” C.W.

From Washington Post • Apr. 1, 2022

I suppose it’s fine if you get a good buddy, but it takes a lot of time, and I want to try out for soccer this year.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina