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dissimilar

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


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Egan-Jones said the Journal used a limited sample and compared ratings issued at materially different times and involving dissimilar instruments.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

Inverter systems can cost thousands of dollars -- not dissimilar to petrol generators depending on the size -- but proponents say running costs are lower in the long run.

From Barron's Jul. 25, 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

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

So it would appear that by independent paths, both the professional and the amateur analyst reached conclusions not dissimilar.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote




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