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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
Hanging baskets can fill vertical space, while symmetrical topiary trees flanking the door bring structure and elegance.
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Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Offers symmetrical, ultra-fast speeds.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 24 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
By the stairs, two symmetric art pieces by Levy Van Veluw recall the arches of the Fendi headquarters in Rome.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
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Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Offers symmetrical, ultra-fast speeds.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 24 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
By the stairs, two symmetric art pieces by Levy Van Veluw recall the arches of the Fendi headquarters in Rome.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symmetrical
Adjective
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Take a bite and experience a comforting wallop of warm spices, spicy ginger and smoky, perfectly balanced heat.—
Keith Pandolfi,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
30 Sep. 2025
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Since the plant is still actively growing, fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every two to four weeks.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In addition to beautiful blooms, October Magic® Ivory™ Camellia produces handsome evergreen foliage and develops a graceful, upright shape.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
1 Oct. 2025
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Mickey, already back up top, stretched a graceful dive that made no splash.—
David Wright Faladé,
New Yorker,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The harmonic effort has earned the SNL alumna an Emmy nomination, alongside song co-writers Greenbaum and Sean Douglas.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
26 Aug. 2025
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His own timbre of a voice mixes well with his multiple harmonic partners and the various goofy turns he is tasked with implementing.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
8 Aug. 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
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For a cohesive look, grab this set of matching kitchen towels.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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The group is entering its sixth season working together as a cohesive unit and has done its part to lay the foundation for the franchise’s long-term success at the goaltending position.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Symmetrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symmetrical. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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