closely related
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having a near blood relationship in a family line
- In evolutionary biology, species that have a recent common ancestor are considered closely related.
- Many people are surprised to learn that humans are closely related to chimpanzees, sharing over 98% of their DNA.
- Genetic research has shown that humans are closely related to Neanderthals, sharing a significant amount of DNA.
- Lions and tigers are closely related species, both belonging to the genus Panthera.
- In botany, tomatoes and potatoes are closely related plants, both part of the nightshade family.
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having a high degree of genetic similarity without implying direct kinship
- The two languages, Spanish and Italian, are closely related Romance languages with many similarities in vocabulary and grammar.
- The study found that individuals with a family history of heart disease are closely related to those with a higher risk of developing cardiovascular problems.
- The detective found that the two crimes were closely related and likely committed by the same person.
- The two historical events are closely related, as the outcomes of one directly influenced the other.