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parallels

NOUN

complement, correlation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analogy comparison corollary resemblance similarity

STRONG

analogue correlate correspondence correspondent counterpart double duplicate duplication equal equivalent kin likeness match parallelism twin

WEAK

countertype homologue

Antonyms

STRONGEST

difference dissimilarity unlikeness

WEAK

divergence opposite reverse

VERB

be alike

Synonyms

STRONGEST

complement correlate correspond imitate

STRONG

agree assimilate collimate collocate compare conform copy equal equate liken match paragon parallelize

WEAK

keep pace

Antonyms

STRONGEST

differ

STRONG

disagree imbalance refuse

WEAK

distort diverge separate skew

Example Sentences

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The move directly parallels earlier efforts to secure domestic supply chains for chips and critical minerals.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Again, the parallels to Michael Savage’s podcast are obvious.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

Gouzer said he sees parallels between Banksy and Jean-Michel Basquiat, who also came to fame as a street artist with politically potent imagery.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Christine Stokes, executive director of the Coronado Historical Assn. and Museum, sees at least a few parallels to Baby Grand in local history, beginning with the historical association’s own building.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

I put Tommy’s letter near the top because he drew parallels between the war in Bosnia and senseless gang violence.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers