as in identical
resembling another in every respect
duplicate copies of the portrait that were painted by the artist himself
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as in image
something or someone that strongly resembles another
doll carriages that are duplicates of baby carriages
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as in copy
something that is made to look exactly like something else
a duplicate of a house key
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as in to copy
to make an exact likeness of
art students trying to duplicate paintings in the museum's collection as part of their training
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as in to double
to make twice as great or as many
the recipe can be easily duplicated in order to feed a large family
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Recent Examples of duplicate
Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 12 May 2025
Get rid of any duplicate data to ensure a seamless transfer.
—Amit Samsukha, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 9 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, because of a mixup, Mickey 18 emerges from the copier before Mickey 17 has actually expired; in the copying process, duplicates are forbidden.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 7 Mar. 2025
Jamal Michel, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
Included in the restoration was the repair of the tile roof, several new rafters duplicating the original ones, and a thorough cleaning of the building inside and out.
—Arkansas Online, 26 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The president signed an order on May 5 that directs the Food and Drug Administration to speed approvals and eliminate duplicate or unnecessary regulations that slow companies seeking to build pharmaceutical factories in the United States.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 12 May 2025
Get rid of any duplicate data to ensure a seamless transfer.
—Amit Samsukha, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
Noun
Complications arise when one of the Mickeys is presumed dead and a replacement duplicate tries to take his place.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 9 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, because of a mixup, Mickey 18 emerges from the copier before Mickey 17 has actually expired; in the copying process, duplicates are forbidden.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 7 Mar. 2025
Verb
Some of the bugs and glitches in the original Oblivion are still present, with the ability to duplicate highly valuable items and create short cuts to master skills.
—Jamal Michel, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
Included in the restoration was the repair of the tile roof, several new rafters duplicating the original ones, and a thorough cleaning of the building inside and out.
—Arkansas Online, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for duplicate
Adjective
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While the top-spec Ultra model features a carbon-fiber frame and front suspension, the Track Edition has a visually identical frame made of 6061 aluminum and is a pure hardtail with no suspension.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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That said, Target has a nearly identical bag, shape and all.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Scientists created the Mars rover's newest self-portrait by stitching together 59 individual images taken by Perseverance's camera, which is located at the end of its robotic arm.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
29 May 2025
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Lee Jun-seok has sought to burnish his image as a center-right reformer who is committed to conservative policies but rejects the insulated, outdated political culture of the conservative political establishment.—
Jong Eun Lee,
The Conversation,
29 May 2025
Noun
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The Harry Potter series has sold more than 600 million copies worldwide, according to its U.S. publisher Scholastic, and has been on the New York Times Best Seller List for 843 weeks and counting.—
Matt Craig,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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According to Florida’s Medicaid website, out-of-state providers who have treated one of its enrollees must submit five documents to bill the program, including a six-page application, a copy of the provider’s license, and a claim form.—
Arielle Zionts,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Set in the dystopian society of Gilead, The Handmaid’s Tale follows June (aka Offred) as she’s forced to reproduce with a high-ranking commander, all while secretly plotting to overthrow the totalitarian government and reunite with the daughter who was taken from her.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
23 May 2025
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Per court documents obtained by PEOPLE, the band alleged that the use of the 1994 was unauthorized, along with the company reproducing an advertisement that was very similar to the 2002 music video directed by Spike Jonze.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
22 May 2025
Verb
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Beyond sustainability, there’s a raw beauty and integrity to these materials – the tonal variations in undyed wool, for example, add a depth and richness that can’t be replicated in synthetic alternatives.—
Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Then, add to that what was used to replicate a vodka martini: A glass of water with onion in it.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
1 June 2025
Verb
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In the last three years, ANF stock has more than doubled—from approximately $35 in early 2022 to almost $85 today—driven by a 155% increase in earnings per share, from $4.20 in 2021 to $10.69 in 2024.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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And famous and lesser-known bands and solo artists alike may find that the financial guarantees promoters used to pay them for their concerts and tours will shrink considerably, even as some ticket prices may double.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Washington state recently adopted a similar law, effective next year.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
31 May 2025
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This argument is similar to those made by Sam Altman, who has argued that OpenAI needs to unveil ChatGPT and other cutting-edge tools as fast as possible in order to show the public the power of the technology.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
31 May 2025
Noun
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The precision-engineering racing rig (offered in yellow, green, blue, and orange) puts the driver into a detailed replica of a racing cockpit.—
Michael Harley,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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The top of the 2024 replica ring doesn’t detach, but championship pendants can be purchased separately for $249 apiece.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
28 May 2025
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“Duplicate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duplicate. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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