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as in reproductions
an exact representation of something in greatly reduced size
the dollhouse was a tiny, perfect model of the family's actual house
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as in figures
a person who poses with or wears merchandise (as clothes) often for pictorial advertising
the most famous models can earn thousands of dollars an hour
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as in ideas
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
she's the very model of the dedicated teacher
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Recent Examples of models
Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
New research found that the technology underpinning a slew of artificial intelligence models is now advanced enough to pass even the most difficult – Level III – mock exams in a matter of minutes.
—Leslie Picker, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Alex Consani and Anok Yai are arguably the hottest models in the industry right now—so booked and busy that sitting with them over breakfast at Le Crocodile in Brooklyn one July morning feels like a small miracle.
—Zhong Lin, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
The trade group shared a petition, signed by more than 2,300 models, calling on the industry and the government to recognize workers’ right to make decisions related to their own privacy and their own likeness.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 23 Sep. 2025
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Adidas Shanghai Creative Center, and the activation will feature collaborations with musicians, dancers, multidisciplinary artists and top models.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
Now, panelists warned, sustaining momentum will require sturdier financial models.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 23 Sep. 2025
The scientists used a large number of climate models to assess the timing and likelihood of day-zero droughts.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
An optional front rack on both models adds instant utility without marring the retro-fantastic looks.
—William Roberson, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
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Plus, recent studies have indicated that reliance on AI models can reduce physicians' ability to make accurate clinical judgments in the absence of AI.
—Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
New research found that the technology underpinning a slew of artificial intelligence models is now advanced enough to pass even the most difficult – Level III – mock exams in a matter of minutes.
—Leslie Picker, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Alex Consani and Anok Yai are arguably the hottest models in the industry right now—so booked and busy that sitting with them over breakfast at Le Crocodile in Brooklyn one July morning feels like a small miracle.
—Zhong Lin, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
The trade group shared a petition, signed by more than 2,300 models, calling on the industry and the government to recognize workers’ right to make decisions related to their own privacy and their own likeness.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 23 Sep. 2025
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Adidas Shanghai Creative Center, and the activation will feature collaborations with musicians, dancers, multidisciplinary artists and top models.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
Now, panelists warned, sustaining momentum will require sturdier financial models.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 23 Sep. 2025
The scientists used a large number of climate models to assess the timing and likelihood of day-zero droughts.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
An optional front rack on both models adds instant utility without marring the retro-fantastic looks.
—William Roberson, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for models
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While genuine antiques from the Ming dynasty can fetch millions at auction, many later reproductions and export pieces from the 18th to 20th centuries still carry significant value.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Those policies resulted in enforcement actions against prominent figures.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
24 Sep. 2025
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Submersible pumps can start at $150 or so and can hit four figures or more depending on the size.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
24 Sep. 2025
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Its all-new Coffee Caramel Silk Pie creation, featuring bold coffee and caramel, came from customers submitting and voting on pie flavor ideas, the company said.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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But even as her pioneering business ideas have become the surest way for creators to make money online, she’s largely been forgotten.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
26 Sep. 2025
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Potted mums range from $5 for miniatures to $8 for regular-sized.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
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Batch tabletop miniatures for a weekend campaign, produce cosplay armor sections that fit together cleanly, or prototype brackets and housings for clients with consistent results.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
17 Sep. 2025
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Students also get to use high-tech mannequins that simulate childbirth, and safely practice vital training in a realistic environment.—
Shawn Price,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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But the line is wildly popular—the launch of a collaboration with the street artist KAWS sparked a frenzy in China in 2019, with shoppers crawling under shutters, removing clothes from mannequins, and putting one another in headlocks to get the shirts before they were gone.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
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Wikipedia sorts the issues into a bunch of large buckets, all citing real examples of AI writing uncovered on Wikipedia.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
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Each of these examples happened in our open democracy, at a time when dissent was uncomfortable but not dangerous.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Twin Cities,
26 Sep. 2025
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Generations of scientists have dedicated their careers to sculpting increasingly sophisticated planetary replicas.—
Zack Savitsky,
Quanta Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
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The paper also highlights the potential of digital twins — virtual patient replicas that allow doctors to simulate treatments before applying them in real life.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Next up, the dolls are teaming up with Parisian maison Moynat.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
24 Sep. 2025
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At Bora Aksu, dark lipstick was more matte than Simone Rocha and concentrated at the center turning models into China dolls.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Models.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/models. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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