copies 1 of 2

plural of copy

copies

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of copy
1
as in reproduces
to make an exact likeness of for the movie, set designers copied the Oval Office in the White House down to the smallest detail

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2
as in imitates
to use (someone or something) as the model for one's speech, mannerisms, or behavior she shamelessly copies her idol's hairstyle and fashion choices

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Recent Examples of copies
Noun
One of them was Emily Henry, whose six books have sold 12 million copies. Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 16 July 2026 The Star-Telegram also requested copies of Davis’ unredacted invoices from Grapevine-Colleyville last year. Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026 Having one copy of the APOE4 variant may double or triple the chance of developing Alzheimer’s, while having two copies may raise risk by tenfold or more. Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 15 July 2026 Librarians found those books hadn’t really been returned, but instead had been replaced by dummy copies with fake ID tags. Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 15 July 2026 The digital and Blu-ray copies of the movie will also include audio commentary by director Jon Favreau, as well as other featurettes that break down how the worlds in the movie were created. Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026 Obicetrapib maker NewAmsterdam Pharma plans to begin a study soon to test if the drug's cholesterol effects also can mitigate the Alzheimer's risk in people carrying one or two copies of that gene. ABC News, 14 July 2026 Obicetrapib maker NewAmsterdam Pharma plans to begin a study soon to test whether the drug’s cholesterol effects also can mitigate the Alzheimer’s risk in people carrying one or two copies of that gene. Lauran Neergaard, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026 The manga has printed over 250 million copies in more than 60 countries and territories. Zack Sharf, Variety, 9 July 2026
Verb
Once inside, the burglar sends in a robotic assistant that races through the rooms, checks drawers, copies keys, locks cabinets and writes a demand note asking for money to unlock the data. Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 In that case, an election official copies a voter's selections from a defective ballot onto a new ballot that can be scanned in the voting machine. Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 8 July 2026 The technology copies tone, speech patterns, and accents closely enough that many people can't tell the difference between a real voice and a fake one. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026 On a party count, that is 4-3 for the Dems and the one-for-you, one-for-me bipartisan staffing copies the Board of Elections. New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026 Every time the virus copies itself inside a cell, its genetic material mutates. Kyle B. Enfield, The Conversation, 28 Mar. 2026 By practicing on a model that copies heart circulation and contraction, doctors can improve their technique for complex valve repairs before surgery. Munis Raza, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026 From about 2011 to 2014, Gates emails Epstein directly, and often one of the pair copies Cohen or Nikolic. Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026 Despite initial skepticism, the 1994 tournament drew record crowds and $50 million surplus, spurring MLS’s creation and innovations FIFA now copies worldwide. Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for copies
Noun
  • Today, styles ranging from historic reproductions to merely Ghurka-inspired can be sourced from brands including Bryceland’s, Polo Ralph Lauren, Todd Snyder and more.
    Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 13 July 2026
  • Just know that some logo buttons are genuine, some are replacements and some are reproductions, so authentication matters.
    Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Balsam Hill achieves the life-like branches using its signature True Needle technology that reproduces the texture and shade variation found on natural trees.
    Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026
  • The jumping cholla is a cactus that reproduces via the spread of clones.
    Philip Anderson, The Conversation, 8 July 2026
Verb
  • The undulating roofline imitates the Allegheny Mountains, and 38 steel columns create a canopy reminiscent of the region's forests, Prix Versailles says.
    Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 15 June 2026
  • My mother imitates me, then converts the word into a pair of Korean syllables that sound most like the German.
    Esther Yi, New Yorker, 14 June 2026
Noun
  • Six modern replicas have also been completed, combining century-old plans with the latest in aluminum hulls, composite rigging, and sail technology.
    Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 18 July 2026
  • The King Tut Experience is another new exhibition which features replicas of artifacts from the excavation of King Tutankhamun’s tomb.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Verb
  • This chamber replicates a laboratory setting, showcasing special effects prosthetics, creature designs, makeup concept artwork, and artifacts from historical to contemporary science horror films.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 July 2026
  • The river guides become the architects of a system that replicates their judgment at scale.
    Jack O'Hara, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Like many performance EVs attempting to address the absence of combustion-engine noise, Genesis has also developed a bespoke electric Active Sound Design system to create a soundtrack that emulates an ICE vehicle.
    Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
  • Virgin with Codex emulates the original painting’s translucent hair.
    Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026
Verb
  • Modern life renders traditional digital detoxes impractical, as smartphones are essential for work, banking, and daily tasks.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
  • Aside from the gorgeous photos of Clooney’s shiny hair, reviewers with all types of hair confirm the shampoo renders great results.
    Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 18 June 2026
Verb
  • Sullivan added that the damages awarded by the court represented only the beginning of potential consequences if Byrne repeats similar allegations.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 11 July 2026
  • That process repeats over and over and can be very disheartening to the team.
    Peter Nelson, ArsTechnica, 10 July 2026

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