Cut from the same cloth Meaning in English
expression
Definition
If two people are "cut from the same cloth", they are very similar in personality, behavior, or attitudes.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both positive and negative contexts; often about family, friends, or colleagues. The phrase suggests strong similarities, not just physical but usually personality or values. It is informal and often used as "They're cut from the same cloth." Similar to "two peas in a pod".
Example Sentences
My brother and I are cut from the same cloth.
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Those two friends are cut from the same cloth.
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Like father, like son—they're cut from the same cloth.
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Jane and her boss argue because they’re cut from the same cloth—both stubborn.
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I could tell from their jokes that they were cut from the same cloth.
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Don’t be surprised they became friends—they’re cut from the same cloth.
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