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What's the difference between "pal" and "friend"?

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Rebecca

"Pal" is a synonym for "friend," but is considered to be slang. It is more often used by older people or in situations involving sarcasm, like in this video here. Similar expressions include "buddy" or "bud." Ex: John and I have been pals for thirty years. Ex: Get in line, pal. No cutting.

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