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emulated

verb

past tense of emulate
1
as in came (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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2
as in imitated
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 emulated Others snapped selfies holding physical copies of Hard Court and marveled at the chestnut burrs—that emulated the look of tennis balls—placed around the shop. — Paul Chi, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026 Liccardo pitched the framework as a legislative model that could be emulated across levels of local government in the Bay Area to create region-wide protection against potential ICE facilities. — Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026 Although other programs popped up about the same time around the country, Tulsa's is recognized as a model and has been widely emulated. — Scott Neuman, NPR, 24 July 2026 The monks emulated Buddha’s journey — walking barefoot, eating one meal a day, and sleeping under the stars. — Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 17 July 2026 Mark Ford Rosemary Tonks emulated French Symbolist poets before converting to Christianity and renouncing all her own works. — The New York Review of Books, 4 July 2026 Byrd quips, adding that the next generation has emulated her work. — Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 1 July 2026 Outfits such as The Bespoke Retreat Company, The Nest in Cornwall and Wales’ Coach House Retreat have emulated the solo aspect. — Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 June 2026 The driveway boys emulated everybody on those rosters. — Jason Kirk, New York Times, 23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulated
  1. meant
  2. imitated
  3. equaled
  4. copied
  5. matched
  6. mimicked
  7. signified
Verb
  • Readers are meant to assume that the author does not think the way the pastor does.
    — Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Questions over how reform should go Schwesig and others in the governing parties have cast doubt on aspects of the federal government’s reform agenda, which is meant to bolster a chronically sluggish economy.
    — Geir Moulson, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of meant
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  • This succinct statement follows outpourings of both support and criticism of Sims, including additional allegations that YISE has imitated other beauty brands—the very thing Sims was lamenting.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The ads imitated sponsored search ads used by legitimate banks.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of imitated
Verb
  • The Bears’ eight offensive touchdowns equaled a franchise record, the first time the team had hit the mark since 1980 and the fifth time in its 107-season history, per Pro Football Reference.
    — Mike Sando, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The rapid development of James, a senior wide receiver/tight end who finished with five catches for 83 yards, is emblematic of a team that went 1-8 in 2024, raised its win total to four last year and has already equaled that number this season.
    — Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of equaled
Verb
  • Protection laws vary by country – for instance, a breeder in Japan who wants to prevent their unique variety from being copied in China or South Korea would need to apply for protection separately in those countries.
    — Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the legitimate company gets the angry customer and has to explain that somebody copied its store.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of copied
Verb
  • Given that her dress was so bold, Cardi and her makeup artist Erika La' Pearl matched the vibes with a glitter eye in a purply-pink color that complemented the vivid colors of the gown.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Based on conversations with her friends and activists, the regulations rarely matched up with what was happening on the ground.
    — Andrew Nachemson, The Dial, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of matched
Verb
  • When a sensor detected movement in a rat’s front paw, another device was automatically activated to stimulate a hind-leg muscle, producing a contraction that mimicked part of the animal’s natural walking motion.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
  • As for accessories, Bassett brought the sparkle, sporting a pair of hoop earrings and a sinuous statement necklace with a design that mimicked the overall bent of her Falguni Shane Peacock dress.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of mimicked
Verb
  • Recorded at Abbey Road Studios, the track signified that Vaundy’s songwriting is still very much evolving.
    — Billboard Japan, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Crucially, the moment signified a major thaw in the strained relations between India and China, and this bilateral reconciliation is perhaps the most significant geopolitical byproduct of the summit.
    — Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of signified

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“Emulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulated. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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