as in sympathetic
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possible to understand because of being like something you have known, experienced, etc.
The show has likable characters in relatable situations.
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Recent Examples of relatable
The content creator has garnered over 2 million followers across platforms by posting comical skits about the workplace, framing office culture as relatable and all too accurate.
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Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
But while her Instagram followers have skyrocketed, her taste is still relatable, as seen by her recent jewelry choices.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 13 June 2026
All of this convincingly portrays Church as a relatable and appealing figure for the 21st century.
—Susan Tallman, The Atlantic, 13 June 2026
Mae Martin fits squarely into the latter category while also emerging as one of the most relatable players to ever take the Taskmaster stage.
—Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 12 June 2026
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Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
But while her Instagram followers have skyrocketed, her taste is still relatable, as seen by her recent jewelry choices.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 13 June 2026
All of this convincingly portrays Church as a relatable and appealing figure for the 21st century.
—Susan Tallman, The Atlantic, 13 June 2026
Mae Martin fits squarely into the latter category while also emerging as one of the most relatable players to ever take the Taskmaster stage.
—Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for relatable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relatable
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Leaders are constantly in a chronic, sympathetic-dominant state that, if not appropriately managed, can have downstream effects on their cardiovascular health, immune functioning, sleep, and even personal relationships.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
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Jackson thought Colorado voters would be sympathetic to the state’s water crisis, caused by decades of drought and climate change.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
18 June 2026
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Understanding the Turnover Challenge Many companies enter offshore hiring with understandable priorities.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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That concern is understandable.—
Kris Putnam-Walkerly,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Tree was recognizable for his bright fashion, mullet haircut with prominent bangs, thin mustache and encouraging outlook.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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The leather T-bar sandal, instantly recognizable by its slotted construction and either partially or fully enclosed toe, was a practical choice for seafarers thanks to its ability to quickly drain water.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
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Venezuelan authorities typically activate emergency assessment and response protocols following major seismic events, including inspections of critical infrastructure such as hospitals, bridges, highways and electrical systems.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
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The bill is intended to get Cal Fire’s pay within 15% of benchmark local fire departments such as Los Angeles, Fresno and San Francisco.—
Evelyn Ronan,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
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As a result, many working-class Korean and Latino immigrant households lived side by side and often confronted similar challenges, including substandard housing conditions, landlord abuses and underfunded public schools.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Curaçao’s next opponent, Ecuador, faced a similar loss, falling short to Cote D’Ivoire in its first World Cup match.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Construction outside the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center has become a familiar sight in downtown Dallas since July 2025.—
Dawn White,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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The park has seven lands − all tied to franchises kids are already familiar with.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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“Relatable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relatable. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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