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kindred spirit

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  1. Also, kindred soul. An individual with the same beliefs, attitudes or feelings as oneself. For example, Dean and I are kindred spirits when it comes to spending money—we're both tight. [Mid-1800s]


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After buying a copy of Allan Taylor's 1978 LP The Traveller, Ed Sheeran may have spotted something of a kindred spirit in his fellow singer-songwriter.

From BBC Jun. 12, 2026

Donald Trump may find a kindred spirit in Lyndon Johnson.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 19, 2026

Founding Father Alexander Hamilton met a kindred spirit in Caracas-born Francisco de Miranda, who fought for both the American and French revolutionary causes.

From Barron's Jan. 18, 2026

In Pages specifically, though, Hernández found something of a kindred spirit.

From Los Angeles Times May 4, 2025

Penelope felt the deep satisfaction one can only enjoy when in the company of a kindred spirit.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

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