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The best apps to make new friends right now

We've compiled a list of friendship apps, from friend discovery platforms like BFF to event-focused ones like Timeleft.

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The best apps to make new friends right now

We've compiled a list of friendship apps, from friend discovery platforms like BFF to event-focused ones like Timeleft.

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