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resemble v.
seem v.

VERB

resemble

Synonyms

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feature mirror parallel simulate

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approximate coincide double duplicate echo favor follow match relate

WEAK

appear like be similar to be the very picture of bear resemblance to bring to mind come close to come near correspond to have earmarks of have signs of pass for remind one of seem like smack of take after

Antonyms

WEAK

contradict contrast deviate differ disagree

VERB

seem

Synonyms

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imply look show sound suggest

STRONG

assume hint insinuate intimate pretend resemble

WEAK

be suggestive of convey the impression create the impression give the feeling of give the idea of have the appearance of have the aspects of have the earmarks of have the features of have the qualities of look as if look like look to be make a show of show every sign of strike one as being

Antonyms

WEAK

be real

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Another place where Dulli’s vocals are at the forefront is on “My Lover,” where the lead vocal has a stylized texture that feels like Dulli even if it doesn’t sound like him.

From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026

This may not sound like much, but on top of the heating effect of human-induced climate change it will increase the risks of heatwaves around the world.

From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026

Eight years may sound like a long time, but that deadline will arrive sooner than you think.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026

“We can write almost anything and Jessica can make it sound like it has stemmed from Gaby,” says series co-creator Bill Lawrence.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026

“Hey, what’s this?” said Molly, trying to make the question not sound like an accusation, even if it was, a bit.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny

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