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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
That globe—which blooms all year in warm climates—is actually a multitude of symmetrical golden-yellow florets.
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Kate Nateras, Architectural Digest, 10 June 2026
After all, most animals, which are the inspiration for many robots, are symmetrical.
—New Atlas, 9 June 2026
Atlas benefits further from a simplified hardware design, featuring symmetrical limbs and just two actuator types, making simulation and transfer more accurate and efficient.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
When the eye looks symmetrical, that often means the storm is not encountering anything to weaken it.
—William B. Davis, New York Times, 27 May 2026
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Kate Nateras, Architectural Digest, 10 June 2026
After all, most animals, which are the inspiration for many robots, are symmetrical.
—New Atlas, 9 June 2026
Atlas benefits further from a simplified hardware design, featuring symmetrical limbs and just two actuator types, making simulation and transfer more accurate and efficient.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
When the eye looks symmetrical, that often means the storm is not encountering anything to weaken it.
—William B. Davis, New York Times, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symmetrical
Adjective
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Occupants get a balanced blend of touchscreen tech and analog functionality, along with a formidable degree of tactile style and ergonomic insight.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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While the majority of the options flow was in calls, instruments used to bet on a stock going up when they are bought, the flow became more balanced as the day went on.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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The soft petal puff sleeves add a graceful detail that elevates the silhouette, while the breezy fit keeps it comfortable for summer weather.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2026
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So graceful and powerful, without feeling tawdry.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
Adjective
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The rhythmic pulse of hand clapping, accompanied by the resounding harmonic messages through voice.—
Ukee Washington,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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In this case, the two notes’ harmonic overtones overlap, and most people like listening to the sound as a result.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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But recent research found that members of the Tsimane’, a native Amazonian society in Bolivia, rate consonant and dissonant chords as equally pleasurable.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The method of literacy instruction is often associated with smaller letter sounds, like consonant blends or syllables.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Evening dining features an elegant dress code, with the exception of the casual lobster bake held on Fridays.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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These summer-flowering bulbs produce elegant, tall spikes of flowers that contrast well with the more traditional bloom shapes of dahlias.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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Chicago was restarting its rebuilding efforts and looking to find a much more cohesive, younger roster moving forward.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
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Like its sister event in New York in the fall, LCAW is more a sprawling assemblage of mini-events than one cohesive thing.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
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“Symmetrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symmetrical. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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