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as in imitating
to copy or exaggerate (someone or something) in order to make fun of
the comedian was famous for mimicking the President's distinctive lisp
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as in emulating
to use (someone or something) as the model for one's speech, mannerisms, or behavior
began to learn their language by mimicking the sounds they made
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Recent Examples of mimicking
Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Wiseman hypothesized that stronger magnetic fields may affect the brain, similar to how electrical stimulation of the angular gyrus can make one feel as if there is another person standing behind, mimicking one’s movements.
—ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
The Taylor Compact Mirror from Fancii & Co features a daylight mimicking ring light that offers the perfect lighting for on-the-go touch-ups.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
Though bears are usually just curious and not threatening, mimicking animal noises or making any sudden movement could trigger an attack.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
All of that just mimicking where Texas finds itself.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
By mimicking the action of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), such as Cozaar (losartan), apigenin belongs to another class of antihypertensive drugs.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 20 Apr. 2026
Through this, researchers are mimicking natural structures, such as bird nests and bone minerals, to create ultra-strong manufactured materials.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
All supported by the fasting-mimicking Chenot Diet® and therapies designed to activate cellular repair.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
People in the entertainment industry have slammed AI for mimicking artists’ voices and likenesses.
—Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Wiseman hypothesized that stronger magnetic fields may affect the brain, similar to how electrical stimulation of the angular gyrus can make one feel as if there is another person standing behind, mimicking one’s movements.
—ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
The Taylor Compact Mirror from Fancii & Co features a daylight mimicking ring light that offers the perfect lighting for on-the-go touch-ups.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
Though bears are usually just curious and not threatening, mimicking animal noises or making any sudden movement could trigger an attack.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
All of that just mimicking where Texas finds itself.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
By mimicking the action of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), such as Cozaar (losartan), apigenin belongs to another class of antihypertensive drugs.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 20 Apr. 2026
Through this, researchers are mimicking natural structures, such as bird nests and bone minerals, to create ultra-strong manufactured materials.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
All supported by the fasting-mimicking Chenot Diet® and therapies designed to activate cellular repair.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mimicking
Noun
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That task had required demolition and repression, imitation and invention.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Apr. 2026
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If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, OpenAI’s actions are especially telling.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The contest aims to challenge negative stereotypes of seagulls, which are often seen as a nuisance, by imitating them, per local network WTV.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Another potential treatment route the study opens up is using machines to massage cancer cells, imitating the rhythmic beating of the heart.—
Anil Oza,
STAT,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In a second image uploaded to her Stories, Hailey showed Jack emulating his 32-year-old father's trendy street style, donning a cute beige and brown cap and stylish striped shirt.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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Google may be emulating that strategy.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Streep then did her impersonation of De Niro apparently stumped by a question.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
30 Apr. 2026
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In response, Spotify announced plans last fall to implement clearer AI disclosures in song credits, along with stricter impersonation rules.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Influencer comedians like Madison Humphrey and Mitsy Sanderson have built large platforms parodying awkward moments.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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Heidecker — the mind behind projects including The Tim and Eric Show and On Cinema — has been parodying Jones for years.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This one turns off Gemini in addition to personalized Drive search, copying loyalty cards to Wallet and Calendar event extraction from Gmail.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2026
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An aspiring author had sent Hoover their manuscript, also copying a fraudulent email impersonating Hoover on the email chain.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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One side feels mocking people and calling names is OK and not creating hate.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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The entertainer gained notoriety on social media in the late 2010s for his sketches mocking niche everyday scenarios.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
Verb
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The Santa Fe burrito is a genuine pleasure—more restrained, built on a smaller scale, with green chile doing the complex, vegetal, low-burning work that other versions might leave to salsa—though, again, the tortilla serves its contents, rather than the hosannas going the other way.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
3 May 2026
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Deserted mall ‘semi-apocalyptic’ While there have been no signs of mass social unrest in Russia, and other malls including the giant Aviapark in northwest Moscow appear to be doing good business, several workers at Goodzone described to CNN with concern the increasingly minimal foot traffic there.—
Zahra Ullah,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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“Mimicking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mimicking. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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