sameness
Americannoun
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the state or quality of being the same
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lack of change; monotony
Etymology
Origin of sameness
Example Sentences
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But I expect for most Americans the GTI represents a contrarian choice, a rebellion against the bulk sameness of the family SUV experience.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
There was also criticism: some listeners and critics have argued that many of his songs started to sound alike, with his trademark husky, introspective delivery creating a sense of sameness across different films and genres.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026
They saw how Anthony thrived on schedules and sameness.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025
Once this photo made its way onto the internet, it became a meme of sorts, a symbol of America’s landscape sameness.
From Salon • Aug. 14, 2025
We can save them from a life of unbearable sameness.
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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