shades of
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—used to say what or who one is reminded of when looking at or thinking about someone or something
a former actor who's now a politician—shades of Ronald Reagan
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Caplan says there were shades of some recognizable figures for her rising political daughter — mentioning Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Chelsea Clinton and the Bush daughters — but overall, Alex was infused with fiction.
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Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Mar. 2025
The Houston transfer has shades of Brandon Aiyuk in his game.
—Eddie Brown, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2025
The whimsical lemon slice design is crafted in shades of yellow, green, and pink.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2025
Here, fresh basswood branches are paired with shades of yellow for a cheerful and sophisticated decor scheme.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2025
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Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Mar. 2025
The Houston transfer has shades of Brandon Aiyuk in his game.
—Eddie Brown, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2025
The whimsical lemon slice design is crafted in shades of yellow, green, and pink.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2025
Here, fresh basswood branches are paired with shades of yellow for a cheerful and sophisticated decor scheme.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Shades of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shades%20of. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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