identical twins

noun

Definition of identical twinsnext
plural of identical twin
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  1. similarities
  2. counterparts
  3. likenesses
  4. replicas
Noun
  • These countries can offer skilled, cost-effective technology talent and are attractive due to cultural similarities, time zone alignment and favorable educational infrastructure.
    Daniel Pena, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • With four generations comprising the workforce today, there are clear differences and similarities to inform space design that works for all, not just some.
    Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of similarities
Noun
  • Having women athletes featured alongside their men counterparts helps normalize their presence in the sports industry and provides young players with diverse role models.
    Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Historically, Black business owners have had to contend with higher borrowing costs and limited access to credit compared to their white counterparts.
    Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of counterparts
Noun
  • Other states, including Tennessee, have laws that determine names, photographs and likenesses are also considered a property right.
    Bret Baier, Fox News, 30 Nov. 2024
  • In September, California passed into law two bills aimed at protecting actors and other performers from unauthorized use of their digital likenesses.
    Angela Yang, NBC News, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of likenesses
Noun
  • Culture Corps creates precise replicas of artworks for shows.
    Lucy Handley, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Alongside liaising directly with artists, Culture Corps works with other IP holders such as estates, or with the Artists Rights Society to license work — contracts ensure the replicas are either destroyed or returned to the artists after they’ve been used in a show.
    Lucy Handley, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of replicas
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