1
as in similarity
a point which two or more things share in common
the correspondence in hair color is about all that the siblings have in common
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2
as in resemblance
the quality or state of having many qualities in common
the best friends' correspondence in looks is so striking that they could pass for twins
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3
as in mail
communications or parcels sent or carried through the postal system
piles of unanswered correspondence littered the office of the reclusive author
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Recent Examples of correspondence
In their correspondence with the Education Department, hundreds of schools reported widespread communication breakdowns, processing delays and an erosion of federal support services.
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Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 21 May 2025
Khalil's attorneys submitted a court filing with email correspondence that appeared to support their claim.
—Sonam Sheth
dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
For the libretto, Puts uses selections from their correspondence — from the heady rush of their early relationship through its souring and O’Keeffe’s deepening romance with the landscape of New Mexico.
—Anastasia Tsioulcas, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Letters to Trump, published in 2023, compiles decades of correspondence with celebrities and world leaders.
—Zach Everson, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 21 May 2025
Khalil's attorneys submitted a court filing with email correspondence that appeared to support their claim.
—Sonam Sheth
dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
For the libretto, Puts uses selections from their correspondence — from the heady rush of their early relationship through its souring and O’Keeffe’s deepening romance with the landscape of New Mexico.
—Anastasia Tsioulcas, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Letters to Trump, published in 2023, compiles decades of correspondence with celebrities and world leaders.
—Zach Everson, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for correspondence
Noun
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On a recording of The Zach Lowe show this week, Lowe, a national NBA analyst, pointed out the similarities between an offensive possession the Timberwolves produced in the first quarter of Wednesday’s Game 5 and what San Antonio did in the 2014 Western Conference Finals, also in Oklahoma City.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2025
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Yet the siblings’ new environment curdles pretty quickly as Laura becomes unduly fascinated with Piper’s similarities to her deceased child, and is outwardly hostile toward the fiercely protective Andy.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
30 May 2025
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New York’s start bears resemblance to the 2023 Aces.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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For a royal family that has often been criticized for being out of touch, this is a great look, and proof that perhaps William’s resemblance to his mother goes beyond his features.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
2 June 2025
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The drug, which can be received by mail, has been on the U.S. market for 25 years and taken safely by millions of Americans, according to experts.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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The new bill would allow Canada Post’s inspection authority to open mail and would also remove barriers to allow law enforcement to open mail during an investigation—attempting to curb fentanyl movement by what authorities say is performed by organized crime groups.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
4 June 2025
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The Steelers responded by sending a letter to upset fans stating they were not involved with the ceremony and did not authorize giving the jersey to Trump.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
4 June 2025
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According to state prosecutors in Wisconsin, Scott admitted to framing the migrant and writing the letter.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
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“Correspondence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correspondence. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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