special someone
Object of affection
A special someone is a romantic partner or love interest, distinguished from ordinary friends or acquaintances by emotional intimacy and romantic attachment.
The phrase often implies exclusivity or significant affection: She's not just a friend—she's my special someone.
It can also refer to a potential partner one hopes to find: I'm still looking for that special someone.
- significant otherRomantic life partner
- other halfInformal term for spouse
- best friendMost trusted companion
- sweetheartAffectionate name for beloved
- main squeezeSlang for partner
kindred spirit · lady · paramour · person of interest · hopeless romantic · partner · confidant · fiancé · beloved · soulmate · crush · spouse · parent · companion · sibling · child · cousin · aunt
special someonestranger
Person not yet known
nobody · acquaintance · no one · one-night stand · anyone
special someoneacquaintance
Person slightly known
nobody special · friend with benefits · stranger · one-night stand · buddy
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