as in to feel
to look or be like (someone or something)
He strongly resembles his father in appearance and in temperament. Terrier dogs closely resemble each other.
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Recent Examples of resemble
David’s dedication to acoustic music also led him to develop a style that was percussive, rhythmic, and melodic, which resembled both the effects of a guitar and bass.
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Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
But his operation in Year 3 more resembles the NFL model — with player cuts and the fostering of intense, uncomfortable competitions at several positions through this offseason.
—Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
The Singularity is highly readable, but its finale now resembles a heavy-handed parody of Sixties sexism.
—Christopher Tayler, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
The tiny lentils resemble coins, while the rich sausage signals prosperity for the year ahead.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
But his operation in Year 3 more resembles the NFL model — with player cuts and the fostering of intense, uncomfortable competitions at several positions through this offseason.
—Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
The Singularity is highly readable, but its finale now resembles a heavy-handed parody of Sixties sexism.
—Christopher Tayler, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
The tiny lentils resemble coins, while the rich sausage signals prosperity for the year ahead.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resemble
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This frustration is echoed by employees across industries who feel their efforts are undervalued or misaligned with their personal priorities.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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For an internal processor that can feel like a burden.Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Jan. 2025
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The busy halls and cautiously optimistic mood among exhibitors and buyers alike suggested that the trade show’s roots in classicism are still appealing and allowed the showcase to reclaim its spot in the menswear conversation.Martino Carrera, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
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Shim, a longtime friend, suggested that Kang apply for the pardon to clear his name — and his record.Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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One source on the production recalled asking producer Kevin Proctor how things were going with the music rights.K.J. Yossman, Variety, 17 Jan. 2025
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One of Jordan’s sisters, Hajime White, recalled listening helplessly to one of her father’s final phone calls from Arkansas in an interview with PEOPLE.Angel Saunders, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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Newsweek has approached McAfee for comment via email.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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Managing a role of this magnitude requires precision, and Deng approaches it with a strong operational framework.Essence, Essence, 13 Jan. 2025
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In 2020, my colleague Olga Khazan asked why no one seemed interested in creating a modern temperance movement.Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2025
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The Weeknd’s second maze at Halloween Horror Nights seems to confirm that this would be the final album under that persona.Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2025
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Haley Joel made a name for himself with roles in Forrest Gump and Pay It Forward and recently appeared in Blink Twice.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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JoJo has appeared at a number of red carpet events with her father, including the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports Awards and the ESPY Awards.Katie Mannion, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Hamas has denied the allegations, accusing Israel's prime minister of looking for excuses to back out of the deal.Jennifer Jett, NBC News, 17 Jan. 2025
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Her jeans elevated the entire outfit, turning her loungewear look into a polished getup without sacrificing comfort.Clara McMahon, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Resemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resemble. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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