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Take after

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Family TraitsPlay
Often used to comment on shared physical features or personality traits within a family. SlideYou have your dad's humor; you really take after him.
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Suggests similarity, not being exactly the same as the person one resembles. SlideShe takes after her grandma in determination, though she's more patient.
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Complimentary NaturePlay
Commonly used in a positive context to compliment someone by comparison. SlideYour piano skills are amazing; you sure take after your uncle.