Synonyms for

Squads

Verb / skwɑ:dz / Another word for squads — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a small group of people organized for a particular task or activity

Synonyms & similar words

policesquad team squad team crew group gang posse unit platoon troop battalion company brigade force contingent detail outfit party band ensemble cast company

Synonyms by register

Formal

contingent detachment unit contingent

Informal

crew gang posse team bunch

Literary

cohort band company

Antonyms

individuals loners solos singles unattached unpaired

Common collocations

  • police squads
  • SWAT squads
  • football squads
  • army squads
  • squads training
  • squads leader
  • squads practice
  • squads assembled

Word family

noun squad
verb squad

Usage note

While 'squad' can refer to any small group, it is most commonly associated with military, police, or sports teams. It implies a coordinated unit working together.

Example sentences

  1. The police sent out a squad to investigate the robbery.
  2. Our squad won the game!
  3. The fire department dispatched a squad to put out the fire.
  4. The dance squad performed at the halftime show.
  5. The military organized a squad of soldiers for the mission.

Quotes

  • 'We're a squad. We stick together.' - Lionel Messi
  • 'Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.' - Helen Keller
  • 'The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.' - Phil Jackson

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