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as in coming (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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as in imitating
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 emulating
The move comes after the Legislature’s Elon Musk-emulating DOGE committee looked into the commission.
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Idaho Statesman, 22 Jan. 2026
Talarico represents the Democrats who believe that winning is possible by rejecting rather than emulating the president’s least flattering qualities.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 12 Jan. 2026
Modern examples, however, have come a long way in emulating the look.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
The team behind the new study believes that emulating this approach can be beneficial across various fields today.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 5 Dec. 2025
Interpublic shares at that point jumped 11% on the news, while Omnicom stock slid 7%, with the moves emulating the classic pattern of a merger.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 26 Nov. 2025
Absorbing and emulating Coltrane’s music was a passion for the teenage Levy.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
When the data arrives, the accomplice presents the card-emulating device at the ATM.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Nov. 2025
At a distance, emulating the success of household names can feel like a herculean task.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Idaho Statesman, 22 Jan. 2026
Talarico represents the Democrats who believe that winning is possible by rejecting rather than emulating the president’s least flattering qualities.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 12 Jan. 2026
Modern examples, however, have come a long way in emulating the look.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
The team behind the new study believes that emulating this approach can be beneficial across various fields today.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 5 Dec. 2025
Interpublic shares at that point jumped 11% on the news, while Omnicom stock slid 7%, with the moves emulating the classic pattern of a merger.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 26 Nov. 2025
Absorbing and emulating Coltrane’s music was a passion for the teenage Levy.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
When the data arrives, the accomplice presents the card-emulating device at the ATM.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Nov. 2025
At a distance, emulating the success of household names can feel like a herculean task.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulating
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Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, previously said in a statement that accounts imitating other people go against their terms of service and are removed when flagged.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
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Broncos fans have rallied around their backup quarterback, with thousands of fans changing their social media avatars to a picture of Stidham’s face, photoshopped with sunglasses and headphones, imitating a LeBron James meme.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Apple reported blowout first-quarter earnings on Thursday, and predicted growth of as much as 16% in the current quarter, matching the period that just ended.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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The silk mousseline garments floated almost like ghosts or memories of Chanel designs past, including the famous skirt suit with its matching cardigan and Karl Lagerfeld modernisms like jeans with a tweed jacket, plus the iconic flap bag.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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Instead of compressing at the pixel level, the algorithm appears to be copying and manipulating objects from multiple images, while maintaining a degree of visual continuity.—
Alex Reisner,
The Atlantic,
9 Jan. 2026
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Rather than chasing trends or copying what already works elsewhere, Salomon is investing in research and testing to guide their development process.—
Cory Smith,
Outside,
8 Jan. 2026
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By mimicking these parameters, Zhu created an AI model, dubbed TongTong, which exists in a virtual city with her own drives, motivations, and limited autonomy.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
27 Jan. 2026
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So the team put it to the test, mimicking real-world treatment and wear and tear.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
27 Jan. 2026
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Huff was acquired by the Pacers in an offseason trade with Memphis, meaning Huff negotiated and signed his ongoing contract while with the Grizzlies.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Raenah Birdlong, 33, who did not fire any shots, was charged under the provocative act doctrine, meaning her actions led to the death and wounding of the two men, authorities said.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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Approximately 80% of that figure comes from consulting services, signifying that enterprises are compensating IBM to create operational AI systems, rather than merely executing pilot programs.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Up the color spectrum, Matthew Tkachuk worked in a powder-blue jersey signifying something between no contact and light contact.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Jan. 2026
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Holtmann's squad has reeled off four straight Big East home wins, equaling their total number of victories in conference in his first season.—
Matt Zahn,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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The upcoming Mido is bound to replicate the record-breaking attendance of both companies and visitors, equaling or even topping the 2025 edition of the eyewear trade show.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Security footage of the incident showed Richardson approaching Coleman from out of the frame and appears to grab his backpack from behind.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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But with the June primary ballot deadline rapidly approaching, the delay likely nixes the possibility of the city amending its own tax before a possible statewide measure goes before voters.—
CalMatters,
Oc Register,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Emulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulating. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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