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ilk

noun

ˈilk

Definition of ilk

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 The curves work well, giving the stadium a dynamic feel that is sorely lacking at Derby, Leicester and their ilk. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 This is Rafaela’s first career honor of this ilk, and the third for a Red Sox player this season. — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 3 Aug. 2026 But the cost is the time commitment and the idea still held by Oscar voters of DiCaprio’s ilk that to take one of those jobs is a version of selling one’s soul. — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 31 July 2026 While the Franks, Burgundians, Ostrogoths, Visigoths and their ilk fought among themselves, stealthier territorial claims were being staked in plain sight by beech and oaks and pines. — Literary Hub, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for ilk

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Noun

The ruling, the first of its kind under Hong Kong’s Societies Ordinance, has raised alarms over freedom of association as authorities continue tightening controls after the 2019 democracy protests.

— Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
The ground application was the first of its kind in Texas firefighting history, officials said.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of kind

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Several years ago, a tree expert of some sort told me the main reason oaks didn’t produce acorns every year is because of a natural defense mechanism.

— Colin Moore, Outdoor Life, 2 Sep. 2026
As Collin presents the French side of the Occupation, the Parisians are either victims, black-market opportunists, or accomplices of one sort or another.

— David Denby, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of sort

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For years, Cole was mystified by a small, beanlike object with stripes which lurked in the background of certain drawings.

— Laura Preston, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
The 2000s look typically paired these bright palettes with bold prints like polka dots, stripes, and paisleys.

— Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of stripe

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This is a genre film with a very intriguing world at its core, and Raja has brought a distinctive vision to it.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026
His career has also included collaborations with artists across hip-hop and other genres, including Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne and Jelly Roll.

— J.M. Banks, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of genre

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But in Zelensky’s office on Tuesday, an American sports hero was handing him an American dog breed.

— Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
Just in time for National Dog Day, Rover analyzed millions of dog breeds submitted by pet owners nationwide to find both popular breeds and fastest-rising favorites.

— Liz Gray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of breed

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With three- and four-bedroom options, open living areas and flexible spaces, the collection offers a variety of choices for buyers looking for a new home in North Reno.

— Jenuane Communities, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026
For Jia, who has watched generations of Chinese talents develop in a variety of ways, his hope is for these Chinese mavericks playing in America to stay.

— Fred He, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026

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