as in different
being not of the same kind
you're trying to compare very unlike things—like those proverbial apples and oranges
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Recent Examples of unlike
The cool thing is that unlike fMRI, MEG can record the brain in near-real time.
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Celia Ford, Vox, 19 Feb. 2025
Thats’ unlike, say, distributors of Killers Of The Flower Moon that cracked down as some theaters spontaneously added intermissions given the length of the film (similar to The Brutalist).
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Jan. 2025
But, as Glucksmann pointed out, nothing could be more normal: fishing for votes for particular projects and forming improbable coalitions among unlike kinds are how parliamentary politics work in Spain, Germany, and the European Parliament itself.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 9 July 2024
Being effective may well require a prospective tutor to get a refresher on how to add fractions with unlike denominators or multiply decimals, but a bachelor’s degree, while nice, shouldn’t be a prerequisite.
—Michael Thomas Duffy, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2024
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Celia Ford, Vox, 19 Feb. 2025
Thats’ unlike, say, distributors of Killers Of The Flower Moon that cracked down as some theaters spontaneously added intermissions given the length of the film (similar to The Brutalist).
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 12 Jan. 2025
But, as Glucksmann pointed out, nothing could be more normal: fishing for votes for particular projects and forming improbable coalitions among unlike kinds are how parliamentary politics work in Spain, Germany, and the European Parliament itself.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 9 July 2024
Being effective may well require a prospective tutor to get a refresher on how to add fractions with unlike denominators or multiply decimals, but a bachelor’s degree, while nice, shouldn’t be a prerequisite.
—Michael Thomas Duffy, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unlike
Adjective
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The British Royal Family is no different; their problems just play out on a bigger stage.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
8 June 2025
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Cool- and warm-season grasses have different periods of active growth, with warm season grasses producing more growth in the heat of summer, and cool-season grasses growing more actively during the shoulder seasons.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Working with endemic and non-endemic brands on collaborations and collections including FootJoy, Jimmy Choo, Curb Your Enthusiasm and adidas, Malbon Golf continues to shine a spotlight on the game, particularly among golf’s growing youth and diverse demographics.—
Michael LoRé,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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After the show ended, many cast members pursued diverse paths in acting, directing, and even politics, each carrying a piece of the show's legacy with them.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Botanical Name: Petunia hybrids Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade Soil Type: Medium, well-draining, average fertility Soil pH: Slightly acidic (6.0-7.0) 09 of 11 Rosemary The fragrant, needle-like foliage of rosemary will repel flies but add a distinctive flavor to your recipes.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
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The Peacock alum’s team executed the particularly ubiquitous State Farm ad featuring Severance star Adam Scott, set in the series’ distinctive office and directed by Ben Stiller.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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As five distinct stories unfold, creators wonder: In a future when memories can be erased, identities rewritten and fate engineered, what remains truly ours?—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
10 June 2025
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Research suggests disengagement isn't simply the absence of engagement but a distinct psychological state with its own antecedents and consequences.—
Jonathan H. Westover,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
Adjective
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The wide-ranging punishments for such sinful behavior could include a prohibition on wearing gold and other precious jewelry, as well as large tithes to monastic orders and the poor.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
6 June 2025
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Manage stress: Try breathing exercises or meditation to relieve stress. Reduce screen time: Take breaks from computers, phones, and other devices.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2025
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“Unlike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unlike. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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