be cast in a mold

be cast in a mold

To be of a particular type (which is mentioned between "a" and "mold"). I hate the snow, but my kids just love it—they are definitely cast in a similar mold.

See also: cast, mold

be cast in a — mould

be of the type specified.

1991 Jean Bow Jane's Journey He was certainly not cast in a common mould. She had never met anyone like him before.

See also: cast, mould