among friends

phrase

: surrounded by people who are one's friends and are not threatening in any way
Relax. You're among friends here and can speak freely.

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The non-profit the Giving Grill was born during a hangout among friends and quickly turned into a mission to serve their community. — Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 Ribeiro said conversations among friends, debates at home and social media exchanges had turned their private frustration into collective action. — ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026 The brand began as a private venture among friends before becoming a major spirits company. — Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026 Over time, the mysterious mark became a source of fascination among friends and family. — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for among friends

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“Among friends.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/among%20friends. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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