Close associates are people who are closely connected to one another, often through shared experiences or interests. The term can refer to a variety of relationships, including friends, family, and colleagues. In this crossword, the solutions for close associates are 'COMPADRES' (9 letters), 'pals' (4 letters), 'COMRADES' (8 letters), and 'circleoffriends' (15 letters). COMPADRES are close friends, usually from the same culture or background, who share a strong bond of trust and loyalty. Pals are close friends who share a strong bond of friendship and mutual support. COMRADES are close friends who share a common cause or purpose. Finally, a circleoffriends is a group of close friends who share a strong bond of friendship and mutual support.