kindred spirit
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For Lauer, the changes affected his delivery, but the specifics were not as important as finding a kindred spirit in Connor McGuiness, the Dodgers’ assistant pitching coach.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026
Leonardo da Vinci would have recognized a kindred spirit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 18, 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
"There was a kindred spirit there, and they did not have to worry about him bolting from the movement. He was loyal."
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 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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