as in miniature
something that is made to look, feel, or behave like something else especially so that it can be studied or used to train people
—often + of
a computer simulation of spaceflight simulations of body movements a simulation of the planet's surface
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Recent Examples of simulation
Alejos Villalobos, who did much of the teaching over the four days, said the first simulation was rather routine and free of complications.
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Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
More than 4,000 digital Atlases trained for six hours in simulation.
—Bill Whitaker, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
The model simulations show a rapid increase in iceberg production and a dramatic retreat of the edge of the ice sheet toward the Ellsworth Mountains.
—Keiji Horikawa, The Conversation, 22 Dec. 2025
About 30 recruits sat at their desks preparing to run through a simulation.
—David Culver, CNN Money, 18 Dec. 2025
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Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
More than 4,000 digital Atlases trained for six hours in simulation.
—Bill Whitaker, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
The model simulations show a rapid increase in iceberg production and a dramatic retreat of the edge of the ice sheet toward the Ellsworth Mountains.
—Keiji Horikawa, The Conversation, 22 Dec. 2025
About 30 recruits sat at their desks preparing to run through a simulation.
—David Culver, CNN Money, 18 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for simulation
Noun
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The museum is packed with photographs, miniatures, costumes, and displays from over a century of circus tradition.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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One of the museum’s permanent exhibits is a miniature of the Paramount lot in the 1930s, in which the barn is central, and one of the anniversary exhibits showcases period photos and equipment of its days as a gym.—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Canvases by Norwegian painter Tyra Tingleff incorporated reproductions of the infamous photos of a nude Le Corbusier, brush in hand.—
Javier Montes,
Artforum,
1 Jan. 2026
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The goal of the effort is to locate reproductive female pythons and then humanely euthanize them, preventing further reproduction.—
Sonia Osorio,
Miami Herald,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Sushi knives and utensils were found with organic debris, and imitation crab meat was found unrefrigerated.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Even his imitation of 20th-century leadership lacks a certain verve.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Rawlings' office provided a copy of it to The Enquirer upon request.—
Jolene Almendarez,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Jan. 2026
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The film’s star, Whitney Houston, would deliver a version that became the world’s best-selling single that year, shifting some 25 million copies, and winning several Grammys.—
Bob Mehr,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
6 Jan. 2026
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Wiholl Mock-Neck Lounge Set Similar to Hudson’s turtleneck sweater, this Wiholl two-piece has a similar high collar, except the mock-neck won’t feel as suffocating or uncomfortable.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
1 Jan. 2026
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In his mock, Brugler sent Georgia offensive tackle Monroe Freeling to New England at No. 32 overall.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
12 Dec. 2025
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While fans of Dalio’s strategy—and those looking for a new sounding board—may appreciate his replication, the rise of AI clones is presenting problems for high-profile and notable individuals.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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Stardom used to depend on scarcity; the future will run on replication.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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The information was corroborated by House of Heat, whose speculative mock-ups appear in the image above.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
29 Oct. 2025
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Dental consult or mock-up session (if planned).—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Our work makes reconstruction possible.—
Noah Haggerty,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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Newsom waived building code requirements intended to ease the cost of reconstruction.—
CalMatters,
Daily News,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Simulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simulation. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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