replicates

present tense third-person singular of replicate
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as in repeats
to make or do again I can't replicate your results when I do the experiment myself

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Recent Examples of replicates Whether or not, Combs’ appeal replicates his string of unsuccessful $50 million bail efforts, or proves a Get Outta Jail card remains to be seen. Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2025 The site replicates what’s found on the app. PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2025 Users can now record a video on their smartphones and upload it to the platform, where the robot learns and replicates those movements autonomously. Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2025 The report questioned whether Biden's executive actions were valid, pointing to the use of the autopen, a device that mechanically replicates a signature, which presidents have used for decades. Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025 The facility also replicates the moon's intense sunlight, harsh shadows and dust-laden environment, providing a realistic setting for testing equipment like Argonaut. Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 27 Oct. 2025 The countertop replicates the flow of the river from Sutter’s Mill — where gold was discovered in 1848 — to Folsom. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 25 Oct. 2025 The vessel has other eco details such as synthetic teak that replicates authentic teak in both looks and the ability to stay cool underfoot, a bio-resin in the layup, among others. Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025 Stone floor and walls host medal features, including detailing that replicates the diamond on the Chicago Bulls’ shorts and Philadelphia’s historical markers. Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replicates
Verb
  • Using Australian wools, classic jean hues were used for the 100 pure wool fabrics — which the company said reproduces the style and look of traditional denim, enhanced by the softness, warmth and comfort that comes from using merino wools.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Hawley even reproduces the kidnapping scene from the film, but with Dorothy as the intended kidnapee.
    Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • When a pattern repeats across several cycles, change the template.
    Malana VanTyler, Ascend Agency, 6 Nov. 2025
  • If a child becomes withdrawn, spends long hours chatting privately with a bot or repeats harmful ideas, step in early.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Spoofing happens when a scammer copies someone’s social media profile, such as their name, photos and other details, to create a fake account that looks real.
    Marin Independent Journal, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Think about Nobu — everybody copies their rolls.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • After trial, service renews monthly unless canceled.
    Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Powell and Waldron have ideas for a second season when Hulu officially renews the show.
    Angelique Jackson, Variety, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • This alignment, which occurred around October 22, renders the comet invisible from Earth.
    Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Accidentally deploying one is considered a serious mistake, as each slide can cost tens of thousands of dollars to repack and replace, and often renders the aircraft temporarily inoperable.
    Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Stephanie Beatriz also reprises her role as Didi, the managing director the retirement community.
    Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
  • Culkin reprises the character in several clips for Home Instead's holiday campaign.
    Michael Nied, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • In Kim Kardashian's case, art imitates life.
    Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
  • For ultraminimalists, this simple coverlet from Parachute imitates the look of a quilt without the fill, delivers on the work of a good throw blanket, and makes for a perfect year-round bed linen on account of its weight.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2025

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“Replicates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replicates. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.

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