1
as in monotony
a tedious lack of variety
the endless sameness of what we keep having for dinner is starting to bore me
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as in identity
the state of being exactly alike
the sameness of the two essays made the teacher immediately suspect plagiarism
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as in equivalence
the state or fact of being exactly the same in number, amount, status, or quality
the striking sameness of the results for both experiments suggests that this is a real discovery
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Recent Examples of sameness
What began as a frustration with fashion’s one-size-fits-all approach evolved into a bold venture that challenged the norms of an industry saturated with sameness.
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Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
One study examined levels of asymmetry (a lack or absence of symmetry/sameness on both sides) in different body types.
—Laura Schober, Health, 4 Feb. 2025
This was true of the other works, too — a feature of the program’s stylistic sameness.
—Siobhan Burke, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025
The sameness of the facades was a reflection of the movement’s aspirations of egalitarianism.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 14 Jan. 2025
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Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
One study examined levels of asymmetry (a lack or absence of symmetry/sameness on both sides) in different body types.
—Laura Schober, Health, 4 Feb. 2025
This was true of the other works, too — a feature of the program’s stylistic sameness.
—Siobhan Burke, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025
The sameness of the facades was a reflection of the movement’s aspirations of egalitarianism.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 14 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for sameness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sameness
Noun
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The freshness of a new beginning wears off after a week or so, and the monotony of spring training drills is in full bloom in the final week.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2025
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While the laptop isn't visually striking, the rounded corners lend it a friendly look, and the Ice Blue lid breaks up the monotony.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The wolf has a big representation for Shakira’s identity.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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Parenthood reshapes every corner of your life — from your relationship, to your body, to your identity.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Signing a player of equivalence or better would have almost certainly cost Newcastle in the tens of millions and, with PSR continuing to restrict their spending capacity, that would have limited their ability to augment other areas (such as right-sided forward, striker and goalkeeper).—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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There’s moral equivalence, and then there’s a total moral inversion.—
The Editors,
National Review,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Puzzle toys and long walks are just two ways to keep your pets happy and ward off boredom.—
Maddie Topliff,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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These men would have long periods of time being idle, and the contrast between boredom and peril is pretty extreme.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Columbia University law professor Dorothy Lund, who has followed Musk’s career closely, points to the merger’s similarities with a previous Musk deal from around a decade ago: Tesla’s 2016 acquisition of SolarCity, a green energy company run by Musk’s two cousins and backed by Musk.—
John Hyatt,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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America's periods of high tariffs dating back to the 1800s carry eerie similarities to today's trade war escalation.—
Courtenay Brown,
Axios,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Leaving prison with $20 and a high school equivalency certificate, Fauteck straightened up.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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Litchfield’s Adult Basic Education program offers inmates at the Meeker County Detention Center an opportunity to use that time wisely – either brushing up on basic skills or working toward a high school equivalency diploma.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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His monotone responses and repetitive hand gestures can often appear robotic.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Mar. 2025
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Nobody wants to endure another monotone lecture on corporate compliance.—
Chris "Shmiddy" Schmidt,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The mural’s artist took note of that by adding equality symbols to the mural and painting former Gov. Pat McCrory into Brandy Alexander’s earrings, Windmeyer said.—
Nora O’Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Apr. 2025
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Bibi believes this rejection of woke culture and equality is leading to a growing hatred among these young boys.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Sameness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sameness. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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