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as in to come (to)
to be the same in meaning or effect
what they offered at the new resort didn't begin to emulate the kind of pampering we were used to getting at the resort that closed down
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as in to imitate
to use (someone or something) as the model for one's speech, mannerisms, or behavior
a pro athlete who has often said that children should emulate their parents—not him
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Recent Examples of emulate
This Colorado Avalanche team wants to emulate the Detroit Red Wings of 2002, not 2006.
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Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 31 Jan. 2026
This is because its shell dissipates mechanical energy and tolerates nanoparticle inclusion in ways that synthetic materials seek to emulate for aerospace, armor and protective coating applications.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
From Monos’s Metro tote that's built for versatility to Cuyana's leather Paloma bag that elevates every outfit, these picks emulate a balance of style and function.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
From media mogul to fashion icon, Oprah Winfrey’s legacy remains one worth emulating, season after season.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 29 Jan. 2026
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Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 31 Jan. 2026
This is because its shell dissipates mechanical energy and tolerates nanoparticle inclusion in ways that synthetic materials seek to emulate for aerospace, armor and protective coating applications.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
From Monos’s Metro tote that's built for versatility to Cuyana's leather Paloma bag that elevates every outfit, these picks emulate a balance of style and function.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
From media mogul to fashion icon, Oprah Winfrey’s legacy remains one worth emulating, season after season.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulate
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Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, previously said in a statement that accounts imitating other people go against their terms of service and are removed when flagged.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
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These fake sites are made to imitate genuine Google support pages.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Opening an investigation doesn't mean Mandelson will be arrested, charged or convicted.—
JILL LAWLESS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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This means that Venus, whether day or night, is always hotter than planet Mercury is, even at Mercury’s absolute hottest.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Feb. 2026
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Black himself is not copied on the emails reviewed by USA TODAY.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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So, copy Lawrence’s travel look for your upcoming flight or, well, for anything else, really.—
Eva Thomas,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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This ultrafine spray delivers ceramides and a lipid complex—a mix of ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol that mimic your skin’s natural lipids—to calm skin, lock in moisture, and strengthen the barrier.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Your school system should mimic this.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
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According to the researchers, even a few kilometers of difference allows interior models of Jupiter to better match both gravity data and atmospheric observations.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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Heading into 2026 the Red Sox look capable of at least matching last year’s club, which finished third in the AL East, made the playoffs and lost to the New York Yankees in the AL Wild Card Series.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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Unlearn that struggle equals success.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The upcoming Mido is bound to replicate the record-breaking attendance of both companies and visitors, equaling or even topping the 2025 edition of the eyewear trade show.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
26 Jan. 2026
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As Girl Scouts moved around the room at the Miami Gardens community center this past week, some had vests with more than 100 badges and patches to signify their accomplishments.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2026
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The hymn signifies the struggle and perseverance of Black cultural identity.—
Gladys Louise Tyler,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Emulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulate. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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