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partners

British  
/ ˈpɑːtnəz /

plural noun

  1. nautical a wooden construction around an opening in a deck, as to support a mast

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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When we hold anger and other emotions in, when we refuse to talk to our partners or friends — and you want people to read your minds — that’s when it becomes a problem.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"France remains convinced that the Franco-German co-operation in defence and security is essential for both countries, as well as for our European partners," the Élysée added.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Amazon has several launch partners, including SpaceX and Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

"They each expressed regret over the inability of the industrial partners to reach an agreement on continuing the project," the official added.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Hecate fixed her torches in them, then walked a slow circle around Hazel, regarding her as if they were partners in some eerie dance.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan

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