Answer: chums

AnswerCrossword Clue
CHUMS

Pals

CHUMS

Buddies

CHUMS

Cronies

CHUMS
Buds
CHUMS
Good buddies
CHUMSThey're close to you
CHUMSClose friends.
CHUMSCronies.
CHUMSUses fish as bait.
CHUMSGood friends
CHUMSFinn and Sawyer, e.g.
CHUMSBosom buddies
CHUMSPeople to hang out with
CHUMSAssociates closely
CHUMSFriends