as in twin
something or someone that strongly resembles another
at first glance these two mattresses may be look-alikes, but a comparison of their innards tells a different story
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Recent Examples of look-alike
Lexi Carson, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Jan. 2025
Malicious emails or pop-up messages may contain attachments that when opened can infect your devices, or links that lead to look-alike web pages designed to steal your login credentials.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
Brunelle asks each look-alike to bring three outfits of differing shades to the shoot.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
Stars hit the red carpet at the 2025 Golden Globes
Braunstein won a Powell look-alike contest held last month in Austin, as the real Twisters star watched the competition on FaceTime and the actor's mother and aunt helped judge.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Since then, numerous look-alike competitions have taken place around the world for celebrities such as Paul Mescal, Glen Powell, Miles Teller, Zayn Malik and Harry Styles.
—Lexi Carson, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Jan. 2025
Malicious emails or pop-up messages may contain attachments that when opened can infect your devices, or links that lead to look-alike web pages designed to steal your login credentials.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
Brunelle asks each look-alike to bring three outfits of differing shades to the shoot.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
Stars hit the red carpet at the 2025 Golden Globes
Braunstein won a Powell look-alike contest held last month in Austin, as the real Twisters star watched the competition on FaceTime and the actor's mother and aunt helped judge.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for look-alike
Noun
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How the role of a digital twin of the mind will evolve is still to be determined.—
Dr. Jonathan Reichental,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Just a short hike from the parking area, this rock art features several figures, including twins.—
Maya Silver,
Outside Online,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Beck is hoping for a similar type of breakout after taking a step back in 2024.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
8 Mar. 2025
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The Dominicana is a gorgeous drink, a showstopper, directionally similar to the White Russian but a different experience altogether.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Newsweek's analysis of Google Earth imagery shows that construction of the replica compound began sometime between mid-October and early November 2014.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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By bringing these artwork replicas to Little Haiti, the organizers hope to inspire a deeper appreciation for Haiti’s contributions to the global cultural landscape.—
Jonel Juste,
Miami Herald,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Brown says the championship game sold out months ago at rates that are comparable to NFL games, and that overall tournament ad sales are pacing nearly 200 percent above last year, an enormous increase at a moment where the overall ad business is still embracing a certain amount of austerity.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Mar. 2025
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He's known for his power just like Stanton, and the numbers in 2024 were very comparable.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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While Doherty's image wasn't included in the broadcast, she is included in the official In Memoriam database on The Academy's website.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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This follows his previous Guinness World Record for most Make-A-Wish Foundation wishes granted, highlighting his long-standing positive image that has helped with his longevity as a babyface.—
Russel Honoré,
Newsweek,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Here was the fruit of someone else’s obsessions, and this was part of the why: art could bring such rejoicing.—
Coke Bartrina,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2025
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But Lamont has refused to allow such measures to be included in past state budgets.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Neither society knows how to handle two clones coming face-to-face, and goes to extraordinary lengths — mostly involving murder — to prevent it from happening.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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When the inevitable happens, new clones of Mickey are simply printed up and all his memories are restored one by one.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Meester added on black slingbacks and a matching top handle purse, completing her look with a diamond necklace and gold hoops.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
9 Mar. 2025
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The print is replicated on a matching 90s Trucker jacket.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Look-alike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look-alike. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.
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