as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
we're looking for chestnuts and other items of that ilk for our autumn decorations
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Recent Examples of ilk
Supporters have seen too many games of this ilk this season and most have resorted to wishing away Goodison’s final campaign, a grim indictment of their predicament.
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Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
Chris Van Hollen and his ilk personify the reasons Capitol Hill has a 30% approval rating.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 18 Nov. 2024
That trademark toughness was a by-product of his roots, a character trait connecting him to those from similar ilks.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, The Athletic, 22 Nov. 2024
The boulevard and side streets are loitered by similar ilk, particularly in front of six bodegas.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 30 July 2024
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Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
Chris Van Hollen and his ilk personify the reasons Capitol Hill has a 30% approval rating.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 18 Nov. 2024
That trademark toughness was a by-product of his roots, a character trait connecting him to those from similar ilks.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, The Athletic, 22 Nov. 2024
The boulevard and side streets are loitered by similar ilk, particularly in front of six bodegas.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 30 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ilk
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The ruling is undoubtedly the most high profile for Georgia's typically under-the-radar appeals court, which is among the busiest of its kind in the country.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Four dams were torn down—the largest undertaking of its kind in U.S. history—to restore the Klamath River in California and Oregon to its historic flow.Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
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The block was absolutely absurd, but after swatting Deandre Ayton on an alley-oop dunk attempt in Game 4 of the 2021 NBA Finals, that type of block has become a trademark of sorts for Antetokounmpo.Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024
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This can serve as a dashcam of sorts – but one that's on your head – to document rides and capture the behavior of other road users.Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2024
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Enter this quarter-zip style from Lands’ End, which is designed in soft cotton with bold stripes and ribbing throughout the material.Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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House Republicans of every stripe were seen rotating in and out of the speaker's office on Thursday -- including House Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole, Majority Whip Tom Emmer, Texas Rep. Chip Roy and Freedom Caucus Chairman Andy Harris of Maryland.John Parkinson, ABC News, 19 Dec. 2024
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But this genre has always reflected societal fears.Anisha Sircar, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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That genre tends to fall off more quickly, and the stylistic choices of this film won’t necessarily guarantee all viewers will like it.Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 27 Dec. 2024
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Overall, the right dog house for the right breed can help reduce stress, prevent boredom and encourage exercise, say proponents.R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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The most vocal breeds include Siamese, Oriental, Balinese, Bengal, American bobtail, Siberian, Turkish Van, Ocicat, Peterbald, and Turkish Angora.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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There are a variety of credit cards available to many different credit profiles, including easy-to-get card options for those with bad credit or no credit at all.Ryley Amond, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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O’Grady gained notice in the arts world after working in a variety of other roles, including as a research economist and a rock critic.Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Ilk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ilk. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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