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as in image
a two-dimensional design intended to look like a person or thing
the wealthy businessman hired a leading artist to paint his likeness
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as in replica
something or someone that strongly resembles another
why, you're the very likeness of your mother!
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as in resemblance
the quality or state of having many qualities in common
the forgery was difficult to detect due to the pinpoint likeness it bore to the original
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Recent Examples of likeness
Among concerns raised by objectors who testified at the hearing were the fairness of roster cuts and how they are accomplished, the process for how name, image and likeness (NIL valuations are established, and the management of athletes who will participate in the settlement in coming years.
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Janie McCauley, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
Athletes will be allowed to sign legitimate name, image and likeness deals outside of that framework.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2025
At one point in the race, Schimel posed for photos in front of a giant inflatable likeness of Trump.
—Megan O’Matz, ProPublica, 6 Apr. 2025
Zeus seduced Leda by magically transforming himself into the likeness of King Tyndarus.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 6 Apr. 2025
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Janie McCauley, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
Athletes will be allowed to sign legitimate name, image and likeness deals outside of that framework.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2025
At one point in the race, Schimel posed for photos in front of a giant inflatable likeness of Trump.
—Megan O’Matz, ProPublica, 6 Apr. 2025
Zeus seduced Leda by magically transforming himself into the likeness of King Tyndarus.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for likeness
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The New Yorker received the National Magazine Award for photography, winning for images illustrating three very distinct stories.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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The images feature the brand’s ready-to-wear, custom and bespoke suits, the latter of which are available by appointment with the company’s master tailor.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Joey Spencer Results, Highlights And Reaction David Bowie’s Double LP The project is being released as a double LP and CD, both of which will come packaged with a replica poster from the original event.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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When Medina instead lifts his right arm, which held the replica gun, officers open fire, striking Medina multiple times.—
Max Levy,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2025
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Creating timepieces that bear little resemblance to ordinary wristwatches (which traditionally feature a dial plate and hands, and attached by a strap, designed to be worn around the wrist) may seem like an unexpected move for Chanel, known for its classic styles.—
Milena Lazazzera,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2025
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Today the flat features a sleek, minimalist kitchen; a formal dining room for 10; a study; and a primary suite with large bay windows, a dressing room, and a very modern bathroom that likely bears little resemblance to Jagger’s days.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
15 Apr. 2025
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The effort is crucial to providing visitors a historically accurate depiction of the site during the battle, Amy Rogers, executive director of the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site and Museum, tells Axios.—
Jay R. Jordan,
Axios,
10 Mar. 2025
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One of the challenges of the Salome story has been its often-misogynistic depiction of Salome and her mother Herodias.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2025
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Friends and colleagues described them as ambitious and socially prominent, though the defense painted a picture of a troubled family life.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Having access to this kind of DNA evidence allows for researchers to build a more detailed picture of their lives.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
17 Apr. 2025
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Despite surface similarities, there was no official connection between the two shows.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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The plan bears similarities to the U.K.’s AI Action Plan announced earlier this year.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2025
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Everything inside is for sale, including the squirrel and deer portraits, the linen curtains and the twig chandelier.—
Katie Sweeney,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Both a beautiful snapshot of our majestic Arctic climate and a charming portrait of young adults each trying to overcome their own personal challenges, the film eschews the typical competing teens documentary for a subtler tale about sensitive souls and coming-of-age.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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The episode opens with the voiceover and the hero twins reenacting the Ye’iitsoh mythology in a play.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2025
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The athlete and model recently sent her only daughter and twin, Lauren Jolie Lockwood, off to prom.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Likeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likeness. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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