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as in reproduces
to make an exact likeness of
replicated the famous painting in our art class
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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
One is called the BEAST, which is a traction testing device that replicates the movements of an NFL player.
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Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 6 Dec. 2025
The report revealed that the new robotic system works by having a human operator wear a motion-sensing suit; whatever moves the person makes — punches, defensive maneuvers, or other actions — the robot replicates almost instantly.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Dec. 2025
By making the dialogue more cacophonous as the pressure mounts, Ottosson replicates the feelings of the characters, who have trained hundreds of times for various scenarios — but are now experiencing something that goes beyond their typical exercises.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2025
This is how inequality replicates.
—Joel Bervell, Time, 14 Nov. 2025
Creating Our Own Gear Lab Marathon The star of our Outside Lab Marathon was the Heeluxe Time Machine, which replicates the impact of human running.
—Adam Trenkamp, Outside, 4 Nov. 2025
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
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
Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 6 Dec. 2025
The report revealed that the new robotic system works by having a human operator wear a motion-sensing suit; whatever moves the person makes — punches, defensive maneuvers, or other actions — the robot replicates almost instantly.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Dec. 2025
By making the dialogue more cacophonous as the pressure mounts, Ottosson replicates the feelings of the characters, who have trained hundreds of times for various scenarios — but are now experiencing something that goes beyond their typical exercises.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2025
This is how inequality replicates.
—Joel Bervell, Time, 14 Nov. 2025
Creating Our Own Gear Lab Marathon The star of our Outside Lab Marathon was the Heeluxe Time Machine, which replicates the impact of human running.
—Adam Trenkamp, Outside, 4 Nov. 2025
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replicates
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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
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Hawley even reproduces the kidnapping scene from the film, but with Dorothy as the intended kidnapee.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The Tribune repeats his charge that AIPAC influenced local Orthodox rabbis to pressure Leon to drop out of the race.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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The process repeats itself over and over again.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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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
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Think about Nobu — everybody copies their rolls.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
23 Sep. 2025
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The new movie picks up soon after the events of The Way of Water and finds the Sully family reeling after the death of Jake (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri's (Zoe Saldaña) eldest son Neteyam (Jamie Flatters), as series villain Miles Quaritch (Stephen Lang) renews his efforts to find and capture Jake.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
4 Jan. 2026
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Nothing renews a room like a fresh coat of paint.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Dec. 2025
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The device features an 8-inch curved OLED display that renders a holographic 3D companion designed to simulate emotional intimacy.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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The show cars are life-size, real chassis that have been built to mirror the FIA/F1 renders, which teams can purchase to place in their factories, for hospitality events or use at the forthcoming launch events.—
Alex Kalinauckas,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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In Season 2 of the series, Hiddleston reprises his role as former British intelligence operative, Jonathan Pine, now living as Alex Goodwin and running a quiet surveillance unit in London, eight years after the explosive events of the Season 1 finale.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
10 Jan. 2026
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At first glance, the choker reprises the incisions and delicately curving edges meant to evoke Chanel’s distinctive quilting, with a sliding clasp closure to adjust it closely to the neck.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
4 Jan. 2026
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Its light imitates an actual sunrise, gradually going from red to bright white.—
Quincy Bulin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Jan. 2026
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The style imitates that of many social media influencers, who seek to keep their content dynamic.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Jan. 2026
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“Replicates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replicates. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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