1
as in related
having a close connection like that between family members
foxes are closely akin to dogs
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2
as in like
having qualities in common
mathematics and computer programming are akin in that they both require logical thinking
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Recent Examples of akin
Turning off Highway 13 and into this roadside haven is akin to traveling from one universe into another.
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Paul Nicolaus, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
After further investigation with chemists from the University of Nevada, Sun and colleagues found that this is because the acids of the lichen are akin to nature's version of the additives used to make plastics UV-resistant.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 26 June 2025
Starbucks said customers can add its classic syrup, a liquid sugar akin to simple syrup, to any drink at no cost.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 June 2025
At Capsule, shop owners have their own spaces to sell their products, creating something akin to an indoor farmers market.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 19 June 2025
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Paul Nicolaus, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
After further investigation with chemists from the University of Nevada, Sun and colleagues found that this is because the acids of the lichen are akin to nature's version of the additives used to make plastics UV-resistant.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 26 June 2025
Starbucks said customers can add its classic syrup, a liquid sugar akin to simple syrup, to any drink at no cost.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 June 2025
At Capsule, shop owners have their own spaces to sell their products, creating something akin to an indoor farmers market.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for akin
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The city 311 database shows numerous complaints of animal abuse or unsanitary conditions and related complaints at the address going back to 2014.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
30 June 2025
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This trait is so rare, it has only been observed in one other millipede family from South America not closely related to the new Thailand species, the study said.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2025
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Must-read: The FT has a lengthy feature on how climate change is causing a systemic crisis in the property insurance business on a scale comparable to the 2008 financial crisis.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
26 June 2025
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In fact, this valuation is roughly comparable to that of its competitor SoFi, which was profitable last year and has demonstrated a quicker customer growth rate.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Lawsuits challenging Trump administration cuts in grant funding by other agencies, such as the Department Health and Human Services, have made analogous arguments.—
Noah Feldman,
Twin Cities,
18 Apr. 2025
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Mycelium is analogous to the roots of a plant (although mushrooms are fungi, not plants).—
Skye Chilton,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2025
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More than a dozen House Democrats have co-sponsored the resolution, and Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., has put forward a similar measure in the Senate.—
Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
24 June 2025
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The Phillies faced a similar dilemma last year and opted to trade for outfielder Austin Hayes, but he was injured and sick before eventually being cut from the team.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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Why Open Networks Make Sense Supply chains are deeply complex, and no two systems are alike.—
Shekar Natarajan,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Adaptability Is Key No two performances are alike because no two audiences are alike.—
Dr. Jen Donnell,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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For centuries, explorers relied on such vantage points to map their surroundings.—
Ben Verghese,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Google signed a deal to buy power generated through nuclear fusion, only the second such agreement to use the as-yet-unviable technology.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
1 July 2025
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“Akin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/akin. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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