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possible to understand because of being like something you have known, experienced, etc.
The show has likable characters in relatable situations.
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Recent Examples of relatable
Schools also became more interested in giving their students books that felt newer and more relatable; perhaps even books written in the 20th century.
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Constance Grady, Vox, 7 Mar. 2025
Campbell wrote, stars in, directs and produced this film Interspersed with musical numbers and relatable moments.
—Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
The clip captures the relatable struggle between wanting to stay in bed with a beloved pet and the reality of weekday responsibilities, a sentiment that has resonated with thousands online.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
In fact, he’s consistently cemented himself as one of the company’s most important and most relatable TV characters.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
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Constance Grady, Vox, 7 Mar. 2025
Campbell wrote, stars in, directs and produced this film Interspersed with musical numbers and relatable moments.
—Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
The clip captures the relatable struggle between wanting to stay in bed with a beloved pet and the reality of weekday responsibilities, a sentiment that has resonated with thousands online.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
In fact, he’s consistently cemented himself as one of the company’s most important and most relatable TV characters.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relatable
Adjective
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Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
3 Mar. 2025
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Plus, Trump already has a history of making fewer such asks than other modern presidents.—
Geoffrey Skelley,
ABC News,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Beck is hoping for a similar type of breakout after taking a step back in 2024.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
8 Mar. 2025
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The Dominicana is a gorgeous drink, a showstopper, directionally similar to the White Russian but a different experience altogether.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Normally the remote operator would handle everything, but since this vehicle wasn’t completely outfitted with all the related technology, an on-board person sat behind the wheel operating the directional signal and gear shift at Nossokoff’s command.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Earlier this year, Congress passed the Laken Riley Act, requiring mandatory detention for immigrants accused of theft and related crimes – exactly the type of broad enforcement that advocates fear could sweep up child care workers.—
Rachel Cohen,
Vox,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Preparing for an economic downturn is comparable to training before a major competition.—
Jason Schenker,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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However, my private insurance is about $140 per month and is comparable to what my coverage was in the U.S.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Relatable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relatable. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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