Solutions Small group or circle of friends who spend time together and do not allow others to join them has 3 entries with similar clues

• 9-letter words
• love-nestA secluded place where two lovers spend time together
• 13-letter words
• modus-vivendiCompromise between people with competing interests, allowing them to go on together
• 20-letter words
• keep-someone-companySpend time with someone to prevent them feeling lonely or bored