emulates

present tense third-person singular of emulate
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as in means
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 imitates
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 emulates Nvidia, which surrendered $589 billion in a day to DeepSeek's legend, is the company DeepSeek now depends on and emulates. Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Oscar emulates him with another round of Volcano Mode a minute later. Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026 Virgin with Codex emulates the original painting’s translucent hair. Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026 The experience emulates the strategy, physical competition and even starvation sometimes. Charlotte Walsh, PEOPLE, 20 May 2026 Revolve is all about polished wardrobe essentials, and this two-piece set emulates the online retailer’s signature style. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026 Following film was a full run on the team’s NBA floor rather than the practice facility, which better emulates a game feel. Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026 Instead, the site recommends a homemade mixture consisting of four parts water to one part sugar, which emulates the amount of sugar naturally found in nectar. Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 22 Mar. 2026 The room sits at 160 degrees Fahrenheit, and while only beer is served here, the interior perfectly emulates the traditional farmhouse dining rooms that dot the Black Forest. Kendra Atleework, Longreads, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulates
Verb
  • His call-up to the 40-man roster, however, means the Mariners cannot contact him during a potential December 1st lockout, which could hinder his development.
    Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The below-average pass rush means the vulnerable secondary could be overly exposed.
    Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026
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  • Sometimes life imitates art, but other times, art imitates life.
    Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
  • 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
Verb
  • More demand, plus a limited supply of teams, equals higher prices.
    Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
  • That equals roughly $117,000 for every man, woman and child in the United States.
    Carolyn Bourdeaux, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Still, those details deserve more attention when a new site also copies campaign branding or asks for money.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
  • This rapid method copies the parasite’s genetic material until there’s enough to detect, rather than trying to grow the organism.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Verb
  • This new event title sponsorship signifies a deeper commitment, moving beyond the initial agreement focused on fan engagement.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The clash signifies a significant break in the relationship between Smith and the NABJ, which hosted Smith and live broadcasts of his show at its 2024 and 2025 conventions.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026
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  • The casting of Lavernhe and Lottin is particularly inspired, as the two performers bring an affect to these characters that mimics the story’s dynamic.
    Caspar Salmon, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Jump to Nutrition Facts Cream of tartar gives the cookies their signature snickerdoodle tang, while coconut oil mimics the flavor and texture of vegetable shortening, another traditional ingredient in snickerdoodles.
    Emily Paster, Midwest Living, 15 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The feed will remember your requests, adapt to them immediately, and show content that matches your current interests.
    Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Wells Fargo's recommendation matches the consensus on Wall Street, where 9 of 11 analysts rate Progyny a buy or strong buy, LSEG data shows.
    Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026

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“Emulates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulates. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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