mould

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None of that trio would be regarded as a creator in the mould of playmaker De Bruyne, who finished top on four occasions.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

He was a fledgling star in County's academy, whose attributes on the game would see him grow into a skilful number 10 in the mould of Lionel Messi, often ending up at Europe's biggest clubs.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

He is cast in the Ancelotti mould - Italian football aristocracy, experienced with star players, not one for pressing theories on football.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Awaab Ishak died aged two from a serious respiratory condition caused by prolonged exposure to mould in his parent's social home, which they had repeatedly reported to their landlord.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

He didn’t have the strength to rain.proof it with leaf mould.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver