English Explanatory Dictionary

same, same, but different

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. Almost the same, but with some differences.

Word forms

same, same, but different same same but different

Etymology

Originates in Southeast Asia, especially Thailand, where locals use it (in English) to describe things that are very similiar yet not identical, such as substitute goods in markets.

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