Which is which

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Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'which is which' when you want to ask someone to clarify the identity of similar items or people.

The twins are dressed alike; can you tell me which is which?

Pro Tip 2/3

'Which is which' is often used when you're presented with options that look alike but may have subtle differences.

These two colognes smell almost the same; which is which?

Pro Tip 3/3

The phrase implies that the speaker is trying to solve a confusion or mystery about similar things.

Both mushrooms look edible, but we need to figure out which is which before using any.

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