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One and the same

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Not LiteralPlay
It doesn't mean two objects are physically merged; they're just very similar. SlideWhen people say twins are one and the same, they mean in appearance, not that they're literally a single person.
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Difference NuancePlay
Use it to emphasize no noticeable differences, even when small ones exist. SlideThe two paintings looked one and the same, despite minor variations in color.
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Identity MistakesPlay
It's often used when two people or items are wrongly thought to be identical. SlideThey may act similarly, but they're not one and the same; each has a unique personality.