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___ buddies (close friends) (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

bosom

(Other definitions for bosom that I've seen before include "heart of family" , "5 [BUST]" , "A close affectionate and protective acceptance" , "Intimate" , "Female breasts" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.
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