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Add a common type-pairing method (#26447)

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Combining a serif and sans-serif typeface, each with a similar x-height, can be a good rule of thumb for pair selections.
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@ -14,6 +14,7 @@ Which fonts look good together and which ones don't? If you've ever struggled wi
* Pair a tall and short font to create visual interest
* Pair fonts with different weights to create a strong contrast
* Pair a regular and italic font to create emphasis
* Pair a serif and sans-serif typeface with similar x-heights
There are no hard and fast rules for choosing typefaces, but you can often avoid having to choose new typefaces by styling an existing typeface to create a visual hierarchy. When in doubt, keep it simple.
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* Shaun Pagin, [The Art Of Mixing Typefaces Google Fonts Edition](http://www.fastprint.co.uk/blog/the-art-of-mixing-typefaces.html).
* Jermiah Shoaf, [Type Pairing Lookbooks](https://www.typewolf.com/lookbooks)