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or symmetric
as in proportioned
having sides or halves that are the same; having or showing symmetry
The human body is symmetrical. a symmetrical design
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Recent Examples of symmetrical
Encryption systems that use the same key to encrypt and decrypt data are called symmetric; AES and Blowfish are examples.
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PC Magazine, 29 Sep. 2025
Instead of six symmetrical arms, like a snowflake, only four reached outward — leaving two conspicuously missing and creating a lopsided star.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Hanging baskets can fill vertical space, while symmetrical topiary trees flanking the door bring structure and elegance.
—Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
If the light is polarized in a radially-symmetric fashion, that’s an example of an E-mode (electric) polarization; if the light is polarized in either a clockwise or counterclockwise fashion, that’s an example of a B-mode (magnetic) polarization.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 24 Sep. 2025
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PC Magazine, 29 Sep. 2025
Instead of six symmetrical arms, like a snowflake, only four reached outward — leaving two conspicuously missing and creating a lopsided star.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Hanging baskets can fill vertical space, while symmetrical topiary trees flanking the door bring structure and elegance.
—Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
If the light is polarized in a radially-symmetric fashion, that’s an example of an E-mode (electric) polarization; if the light is polarized in either a clockwise or counterclockwise fashion, that’s an example of a B-mode (magnetic) polarization.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symmetrical
Adjective
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These unique skills are essential for the one requirement that the commission must do — pass a balanced budget.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
8 Oct. 2025
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Use a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer every month to promote tuber growth instead of leaf growth.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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During a visit here, travelers can swim with these large, graceful creatures and also see schools of fish and other sea life.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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The Japanese marque’s latest midsize SUV looks so much better than its predecessor and has a smooth, graceful shape with just the right amount of flair.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The effect is of a double weave of associations, a harmonic convergence.—
David L. Ulin,
The Atlantic,
6 Oct. 2025
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What matters is the cumulative buzz, the sense of harmonic slippage — the graininess in what looks, on paper, like a simple major chord.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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That is why Pärt’s music in English, with its many single-syllable words, consonant clusters and diphthongs, sounds one way.—
Jeffers Engelhardt,
The Conversation,
10 Sep. 2025
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Their two consonant names, Lizzy and Lydia, invite comparison and contrast.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Crafted in gold-toned bronze, its coloring is understated and elegant, allowing the designer to work with a more experimental shape.—
Rachel Gallaher,
Robb Report,
4 Oct. 2025
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The Clunie Dining Room For a more elegant affair, there’s The Clunie Dining Room at The Fife Arms.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The challenge for Giraldez will be moulding all of the talent at his disposal into a cohesive unit.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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While each combination is unique, the fall color scheme works to form a cohesive display.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Symmetrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symmetrical. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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