bear a resemblance

phrase

: to look a lot like someone else
She bore a resemblance to her aunt.

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Although only a few species of poisonous mushrooms are fatal when ingested, many bear a resemblance to edible species. Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026 These drones will bear a resemblance to Iran’s Shahed drone, a low-cost loitering munitions weapon. Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026 Not only does the 29-year-old bear a resemblance to the Thriller hitmaker, but he's got access to all the people who knew his uncle best to help inform his acting choices. Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025 Toboni spent an early part of her career as a producer for Vice, the documentary series that ran from 2013 until 2021, and elements of Just Kids bear a resemblance to the now sunsetted program. Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025 As its name suggests, this canid family member has face markings that bear a resemblance to that of a raccoon. Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024 Handball Spezial Shoes Buy Now $110 The Spezial shoes bear a resemblance to both the wildly popular OG Sambas and Gazelles but with a slightly more retro feel and thicker sole. Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2024

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“Bear a resemblance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bear%20a%20resemblance. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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