pair

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a set of two things used together or regarded as a unit

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I need a new pair of shoes.
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She bought a pair of earrings.
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two people or animals who are together

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The young pair walked hand in hand.
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A pair of swans glided across the lake.
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to form a pair or be grouped into pairs

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The socks need to be paired up after washing.
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He paired the cheese with a fine red wine.
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