Cast in the Same Mold In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "Cast in the Same Mold", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Luna Linh calendar 2020-11-22 02:11

Meaning of Cast in the Same Mold

Synonyms:

be a chip off the old block , be cut from the same cloth , look alike

Cast in the Same Mold phrase

Indicates similarities between two things, to look very much alike

All of the romantic stories are cast in the same mold, they are all unrealistic.

Lily and Jane are so in sync that it's like they were cast in the same mold.

Other phrases about:

fast talker

Used to describe someone who is good at persuading people to do or believe something

Like Father, Like Son

Used to refer to a boy who is like his father in some ways

stick (one's) chin out

Show fortitude, and determination of character

A Leopard Cannot Change its Spots

It means people cannot change their nature like personalities, habits, etc.

slime bucket

A despicable person who does unscrupulous or immoral things

Grammar and Usage of Cast in the Same Mold

Verb Forms

  • is cast in the same mold
  • was cast in the same mold
  • were cast in the same mold

. conjugate "to be" according to its tense

More examples:

Wendy is cast in the same mold as her brother, they are absolutely clever

Origin of Cast in the Same Mold

(Image source: ganoksin.com)

This idiom was originated from the action, which is centuries old, of putting liquid material into a mold to shape a certain object. Objects made from the same mold are almost identical, hence explaining the idiom's meaning.

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