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as in copied
to make an exact likeness of
asked her stylist to copycat a hairstyle from the magazine
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as in imitated
to use (someone or something) as the model for one's speech, mannerisms, or behavior
a performer who slavishly copycats another never rises to the level of true stardom
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In 2019, a USA TODAY investigation documented at least 10,000 bills almost entirely copied from model legislation written by special interest groups — not lawmakers — that were introduced nationwide over eight years, and more than 2,100 of those bills were signed into state law.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026 -
He can’t be copied because his own work is so eclectic.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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Each of the wounded imitated the pain and symptoms of an injury that could happen on the battlefield.—
Chelsea Torres,
FOXNews.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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Further, the actress, known for her work across TV and film, discusses how art has imitated life and why The Pitt reminds her of The Great British Bake-Off.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
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No part of this excerpt may be reproduced or reprinted without permission in writing from the publisher.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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These values place any color within a universal color space, allowing colors to be compared, reproduced, and communicated accurately across different media and lighting conditions.—
Manjishtha Bhattacharyya,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
13 Apr. 2026
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Others say the spirit of sacrifice that Kimbangu embodied should be emulated by Congo’s leaders.—
Rodney Muhumuza,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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California is often a political staging ground for progressive initiatives on issues such as environmental safeguards, worker rights and protections for minorities that are then emulated by other Democratic states and used by Republicans to attack Democrats in swing areas.—
Joseph Ax,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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The events of Steve James’s film—two young athletes attempt to realize their dream of playing professional sports—have been replicated in countless films, books, and TV shows.—
Stephanie Bai,
The Atlantic,
12 Apr. 2026
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Frankenstein — del Toro’s version — is faithful to Shelley’s book, but expands upon her world, giving Victor Frankenstein’s (Oscar Isaac) character a toxic relationship with his father, which is then replicated in Frankenstein’s relationship with his monster (Jacob Elordi).—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Apr. 2026
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Picasso's grandson, Olivier Widmaier Picasso, said the painting is rendered in the artist's signature style and the grey, white and cream composition reflects the sombre mood of the era, per Reuters.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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The vision of acclaimed designer Jean-Michel Gathy is beautifully rendered in Il Salotto, the sleek lobby bar, with its regional touches like wool wall hangings, soaring floor-to-ceiling windows, and five fireplaces.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Copycatted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/copycatted. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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