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 of
I 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. 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 16 Mar. 2025.

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