as in different
being not of the same kind
a place where people with dissimilar backgrounds can interact
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Recent Examples of dissimilar
The piece celebrates the music, culture and incredible leaps for humankind made during that summer, while also reminding us that our history isn’t so dissimilar from our present.
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Brent Lang, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
Symbiosis refers to a close association between two dissimilar organisms that may benefit or harm one or both organisms.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Mar. 2026
In many ways, Weir tells Big Think in an email interview, the challenge of writing hard sci-fi isn’t too dissimilar from teaching a high school science class.
—Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 24 Mar. 2026
Two dissimilar government agencies have inadvertently combined to clarify the immigration debate.
—George F. Will, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2026
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Brent Lang, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
Symbiosis refers to a close association between two dissimilar organisms that may benefit or harm one or both organisms.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Mar. 2026
In many ways, Weir tells Big Think in an email interview, the challenge of writing hard sci-fi isn’t too dissimilar from teaching a high school science class.
—Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 24 Mar. 2026
Two dissimilar government agencies have inadvertently combined to clarify the immigration debate.
—George F. Will, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissimilar
Adjective
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Everything was a little different.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Not noticeably different than any other basic frozen waffle.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2026
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Iran is China’s largest trading partner in the Middle East, but China’s diverse energy sources have shielded it from the heavy economic toll and energy crisis that the war has caused for other countries in East Asia.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2026
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The vibrant Chowrasta Market isn’t far either, hawking favourites from Penang’s diverse cultures, from roti canai to bowls of syrupy chendul.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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What Makes Steller Sea Lions Different Beyond their size, Steller sea lions have distinctive habits and capabilities.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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Images of her outside the hotel were splashed across tabloids, with The Carlyle’s distinctive gold revolving door in the background.—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
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Culture and Tourism Minister Nuri Ersoy announced this remarkable discovery on social media, describing it as an exemplary work of art featuring a distinct style, according to Turkiye Today.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Apr. 2026
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Matt Boldy might be one of the most underrated players in the NHL, but yeah, that was one very distinct kicking motion.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Dissimilar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissimilar. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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