Related Clues:
- Hang together (with "around")
- One likely to lend a needed hand
- Recommended reply to a sentry
- "Aw, c'mon, be a ___!"
- Very close friend
- Alter ego
- "___ Joey" (Sinatra film)
- Pen ___ (letter-writing friend)
- Paisano
- Homey, e.g.
- One close
- Confidante
- Rodgers & Hart's "--- Joey"
- Buddy, pal
- An informal friend