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dissimilar

[dih-sim-uh-ler, dis-sim-] / dɪˈsɪm ə lər, dɪsˈsɪm- /


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The circumstances leading to Hilton’s distressing livestream and Pearl’s filmed execution are entirely dissimilar.

From Salon Aug. 6, 2026

Mexico would use their two left-sided players to create dangerous triangles, not dissimilar to how England have played throughout the World Cup.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

In this way, Knicks fans aren’t dissimilar to the investors that have been clamoring for years that Madison Square Garden Sports is undervalued.

From Barron's Jun. 18, 2026

So I think we’re well situated in the United States to have a simple message in 2026—not dissimilar to Hungary—about corruption and the cost-of-living crisis.

From Slate Apr. 20, 2026

The more dissimilar the items, the more energy is lost.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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