Thesaurus results for EMULATES

emulates

verb

present tense third-person singular of emulate

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 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 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 Meanwhile, anyone online can browse Epstein’s correspondence on Jmail, a site that emulates the experience of browsing his Gmail inbox. —

Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 11 Mar. 2026

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Cherfilus-McCormick also called on the Democratic Party and allies to speak up about what Wasserman Schultz’s presence in the race means regarding Black political representation.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
At Miraval Berkshires, guests are immersed in an intimate, nature-rich setting that invites connection, whether that means getting to know others, engaging with our expert specialists, exploring team challenges, or participating in ceremonies grounded in traditional wisdom.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2026