REDUPLICATING Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

reduplicating

verb

present participle of reduplicate

as in copying

to make an exact likeness of reduplicate a recording of the concert for my friend

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as in repeating

to make or do again found out halfway through the project that I was reduplicating another team member's efforts, so we had to figure out who was going to do what

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On Friday, people are waiting for your approval and copying you on the important email.

— Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Presenter Gabby Logan gently teased him for copying the Argentine’s outfit on set, and Rooney laughed along.

— Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of copying

Verb

Discovered by amateur mathematician David Smith in 2022, it can be used to cover every square inch of an endless bathroom floor (or any other surface) without ever repeating a single pattern.

— Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 29 July 2026
Picking two or three anchor colors and repeating them in textiles, art, rugs, or accent pieces creates visual continuity across the room.

— Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026

Definition of repeating

Verb

Apart from polluting ecosystems and leaving toxic residues on human food sources, these aggressive chemicals drive pests to develop genetic resistance, rendering treatments ineffective over time.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026
The company's clashes with unions date back years, with battles over employment status, arbitration proceedings, working conditions, and more rendering it a marquee villain in the eyes of labor advocates.

— Paxton Honerkamp, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of rendering

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These include replicating not only the imposing stone arch gates that welcomed generations of fans but also ensuring the field has exactly the same dimensions as the one where Babe Ruth made his name.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 30 July 2026
In this context, replicating reputation management by political methods could prove perilous.

— Jon Michail, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of replicating

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The sargassum that began reproducing in the region earlier than usual this year stems from a record 40 million metric tons reported last year.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
The herd is one of only two found to be reproducing in increasingly hotter Florida waters.

— Jenny Staletovich, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026

Definition of reproducing

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Imray and Cacace seem likely starters in the wing-back roles, with James and O’Brien renewing their partnership in holding midfield.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Sherrill joined Newark Mayor Ras Baraka in renewing their calls for the Delaney Hall facility, which reopened last year as an ICE detention facility, to close.

— Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of renewing

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Others echoed the comparison, saying Coca-Cola’s refreshed typography looked strikingly similar to Marlboros, in a case of reality imitating memes.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 23 July 2026
Hawk advocates imitating others before innovating, leveraging existing strengths like Wayne Gretzky, and embracing a beginner's mindset.

— Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of imitating

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Rather, each pair should serve a distinct purpose instead of duplicating another one already hanging in the closet.

— Alesandra Dubin, Glamour, 31 July 2026
Now chairman of the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Sato argues that duplicating development for unseen parts is unsustainable amidst intense competition from Tesla and Chinese EV giants.

— Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

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