buddy-buddy

[ buhd-ee-buhd-ee ]

adjective

, Informal.

1. very friendly; intimate.
2. associated for greedy or conniving purposes.

buddy-buddy

adjective

1. informal.
   on friendly or intimate terms

Word History and Origins

Origin of buddy-buddy¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

“I don’t expect to be buddy-buddy or best friends with Speaker McCarthy or really anybody in leadership. That’s not why I’m here,” Mr. Crane said.

From Washington Times

The Houston mayor is buddy-buddy with Travis Scott, he pals around with him to get votes.

From Los Angeles Times

“I think there was, like, the buddy-buddy, guys’-locker-room idea, where they felt like they couldn’t be that way with me.”

From Washington Post

He can be charming or elusive, but not buddy-buddy.

From New York Times

“You can be all buddy-buddy, try to be the best teammate you can,” McIlroy said.

From Seattle Times

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