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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
This directorial debut of screenwriter Gary Dauberman comes closest to emulating James Wan’s style.
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Emily Palmer Heller, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
An opening clash in Luxembourg is followed up by a bout against the four-time world champions in Cologne, as Michael O’Neill’s young team dreams of emulating the side that made it to the 1986 tournament in Mexico.
—Jack Bantock, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
As Chinese companies invest billions in creating their own global intellectual property, emulating the IP empires of Disney and Netflix, the state can no longer afford to let its own tech giants devalue those assets.
—Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Stretchy sensors are useful for many applications, including monitoring human health and emulating artificial muscles in soft robots.
—IEEE Spectrum, 18 Aug. 2025
Using cold-air diffusion technology, this compact device converts fragrance oil into a dry mist that covers up to 600 feet, emulating that hotel spa ambiance in your home.
—Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
And for some Democratic leaders with an eye on 2028, the question is not whether a Mamdani clone should be the next Democratic standard bearer—historically unlikely—but whether the party can win in other places not by emulating his ideology but by borrowing from his tool kit.
—Mark Chiusano, Time, 14 Aug. 2025
That moment was recreated this season with Kiesha emulating Jada with Emmett’s half-brother Damien (Brett Gray) and Zuri (Karrueche Tran).
—Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2025
Gaines is fighting back from injuries that kept him out for most of last season and spring 2025, but the 18-year-old already has plans of emulating Jeanty’s heroics and will likely see a lot of snaps this fall.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 Aug. 2025
Emily Palmer Heller, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
An opening clash in Luxembourg is followed up by a bout against the four-time world champions in Cologne, as Michael O’Neill’s young team dreams of emulating the side that made it to the 1986 tournament in Mexico.
—Jack Bantock, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
As Chinese companies invest billions in creating their own global intellectual property, emulating the IP empires of Disney and Netflix, the state can no longer afford to let its own tech giants devalue those assets.
—Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Stretchy sensors are useful for many applications, including monitoring human health and emulating artificial muscles in soft robots.
—IEEE Spectrum, 18 Aug. 2025
Using cold-air diffusion technology, this compact device converts fragrance oil into a dry mist that covers up to 600 feet, emulating that hotel spa ambiance in your home.
—Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
And for some Democratic leaders with an eye on 2028, the question is not whether a Mamdani clone should be the next Democratic standard bearer—historically unlikely—but whether the party can win in other places not by emulating his ideology but by borrowing from his tool kit.
—Mark Chiusano, Time, 14 Aug. 2025
That moment was recreated this season with Kiesha emulating Jada with Emmett’s half-brother Damien (Brett Gray) and Zuri (Karrueche Tran).
—Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2025
Gaines is fighting back from injuries that kept him out for most of last season and spring 2025, but the 18-year-old already has plans of emulating Jeanty’s heroics and will likely see a lot of snaps this fall.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulating
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Painters and sculptors, most of them spend their careers imitating themselves, in a sense.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
2 Sep. 2025
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Paul fears art imitating life by also boiling down to breadline survival strategies.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
29 Aug. 2025
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Finish with a cognac suede belt to add texture to the look while matching the gold buckles on your flats.—
Amber Cardullo,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Exclusivo Mezcla Reversible Lightweight Quilt Set The Exclusivo Mezcla Quilt Bedding Set includes a reversible quilt and two matching pillow shams to tie the look together.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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Ice Spice was credited for helping to bring back the style, while Latto was accused of copying her.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Instead of copying your yoga instructor or your wildly bendy friend, try the seven moves listed below.—
Jenny McCoy,
Outside,
31 Aug. 2025
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Sleep-mimicking anesthetics, like Dex, don’t produce a perfect imitation.—
RJ Mackenzie,
Popular Science,
3 Sep. 2025
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Cinderella Castle, built in 1971, was originally painted in grays, blues, and golds, mimicking a European-style palace-fortress with romanticized medieval elements, according to Disney.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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Bella meaning beautiful and Luna translating to moon, which could relate to their popularity given their bilingual meanings.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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In 2023, the commonwealth was one of two states with a split legislature, meaning Republicans held the state Senate and Democrats the House.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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The September full moon is also called the harvest moon, signifying the end of the growing season.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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In 2025, the Music Biz conference relocated from Tennessee to Atlanta, signifying a need to be in the place where music is thriving.—
Jewel Wicker,
Billboard,
29 Aug. 2025
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Hadjar has scored points in several races thus far and is placed tenth in the Drivers' Standings with a tally of 37 points, equaling F1 veteran Nico Hulkenberg's total.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Three months after Liverpool celebrated a record-equalling 20th title, the Premier League is back.—
Dan Cancian,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Hurricane Kiko slowly approaching Hawaii Hurricane Kiko will be closely watched for up to 10 days, AccuWeather Meteorologist Geoff Cornish said.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Tips for flood weather Officials offered the following tips for residents to prepare for approaching storms and potential flooding threats.—
Staff reports,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Emulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulating. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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