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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
That was one of the first designer/premium brands of its era, along with Jordache and people of that ilk.
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
To be like, okay, look this isn't a film of a specific ilk.
—Esther Zuckerman, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Diego Rincon, creative director at Lifted, says the team spotted an opportunity to work up a big new hit of this ilk after ITV’s stalwart Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway was rested.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
Of course, the real economic promise of AI for JPMorgan and its ilk isn’t replacing app developers or risk managers.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 9 Oct. 2025
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
To be like, okay, look this isn't a film of a specific ilk.
—Esther Zuckerman, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Diego Rincon, creative director at Lifted, says the team spotted an opportunity to work up a big new hit of this ilk after ITV’s stalwart Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway was rested.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
Of course, the real economic promise of AI for JPMorgan and its ilk isn’t replacing app developers or risk managers.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ilk
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Two identical spacecraft will orbit in formation to provide a first-of-its-kind 3D view of Mars' magnetosphere and upper atmosphere.—
Matthew Glasser,
ABC News,
8 Nov. 2025
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Vacheron Constantin, for example, embarked on an ambitious project to fully remake its original American 1921 watch using the tools and techniques from the era in a one-of-a-kind piece.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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The new district is a throwback of sorts to Orange County’s mid- to late-20th-century role as a bastion of conservative Republicanism.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Nov. 2025
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The outdoor area also serves as a large concourse, of sorts, with plenty of space for vendors and local food trucks.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The retro sneakers featured a smooth green leather upper with white serrated three-stripe detailing, a rounded toe and a flat rubber sole — a clean, low-profile build typical of Adidas’ early training shoes.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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The 19-piece collection culls inspiration from American collegiate themes like plaid, rugby stripes and other sport motifs.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Nov. 2025
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The resurrection of the Universal monster franchise toiled in development hell for decades, with genre icons like George Romero and Clive Barker attached at various points.—
Andrew Walsh,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Nov. 2025
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Cozyverse was written with omegaverse beginners in mind, giving readers an easy entry point to our favorite genre, while also crafting stories that would be fresh and exciting to long-time omegaverse fans.—
Emilia Emerson,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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What to know about Bo Bo, a classic mutt comprised of several breeds, including pit bull, according to The Tennessean, part of the USA TODAY Network, was found wandering the streets of Florida in 2022.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Types of dog brushes There is a wide variety of dog brushes available to meet the different coat needs of dog breeds.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Although timber remains the primary long-term commercial value, growing improved varieties for both nuts and timber is considered potentially highly profitable, provided there is a long-term perspective and proper tree management.—
Randy Moll,
Arkansas Online,
11 Nov. 2025
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For lunch and dinner, Coconut Creek offers a variety of cuisines to choose from, including Papamigos' Asian-Mexican tacos and sushi, fresh seafood at The Fish Joint, and the Italian flavors of Sette Mezzo.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Ilk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ilk. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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