pairs
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Brian Havelock:, external Former speedway rider was National League Pairs winner in 1981.
From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025
Pairs of rabbits come together, produce litters of new rabbits, and then the new rabbits grow up to pair off themselves and make even more rabbits.
From Science Daily • Sep. 19, 2023
Pairs of people were given the chance to raise the flag at the stadium’s fan deck, where notables also raise the 12 flag for Seahawks games.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 9, 2023
Pairs of rubber shoes crowded outside the house as villagers gathered inside to see the doctors.
From New York Times • Jan. 19, 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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