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Bedfellow

usgb/ˈbedfeləʊ/Volume
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Literal SharingPlay
It means physically sharing a bed for sleep or rest, not necessarily sexual. SlideDuring our camping trip, we were bedfellows in the tent.
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TemporarinessPlay
Indicates a temporary situation which is not permanent, like during a sleepover. SlideAt the hostel, travelers are often short-term bedfellows.
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Neutral TonePlay
The word can be used without emotional undertones, just describing the situation. SlideMy toddler became my bedfellow when she had a nightmare.