a couple
idiom
informal
1
: two or a few (of something)
Can you give me a couple more examples?
This one costs a couple dollars less than that one.
—In informal U.S. English, a couple can be used like a couple ofI lost interest in the book after a couple chapters.
We met a couple years ago.
2
: two or a few
"How many drinks have you had?" "Oh, just a couple."
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Yet in this production, a couple of these choices seem overwrought, especially since this ensemble of actors is more than equipped to convey the concepts of Williams’ work.
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 12 Mar. 2025
Street Dog's Grooming Transformation By Liz O'Connell Pets Reporter
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TikTok viewers were moved to tears after seeing a dog's grooming transformation when a couple rescued her off the streets in Mexico.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Granada's allure lies not only in its historical grandeur and cultural vibrancy but also in its affordability and quality of life, all within the budget of $1,500 a month for a couple.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Bouquets for everyone! 14 Mama and Me Evan shared a couple very special moments with her mom during the reception.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 12 Mar. 2025
Street Dog's Grooming Transformation By Liz O'Connell Pets Reporter
Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member
news article
1
TikTok viewers were moved to tears after seeing a dog's grooming transformation when a couple rescued her off the streets in Mexico.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Granada's allure lies not only in its historical grandeur and cultural vibrancy but also in its affordability and quality of life, all within the budget of $1,500 a month for a couple.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Bouquets for everyone! 14 Mama and Me Evan shared a couple very special moments with her mom during the reception.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for a couple
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“A couple.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20couple. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.
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