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something that is made to look, feel, or behave like something else especially so that it can be studied or used to train people
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a computer simulation of spaceflight simulations of body movements a simulation of the planet's surface
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Recent Examples of simulations
Our machine learning algorithm and subsequent simulations are fueled by data, expert knowledge and statistical models.
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Achim Zeileis, Fortune, 12 June 2026
In one of the CDC modeling’s worst-case scenarios, in which only 20 percent of Ebola cases are isolated, most simulations projected more than 20,000 cases and more than 4,000 deaths within just three months.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026
To overcome this challenge, ANL and Brookhaven National Laboratory researchers turned to large-scale computer simulations.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026
The new study combines advanced geological simulations with evidence collected directly from the crater itself.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 10 June 2026
This is the information that loads the dice for our simulations.
—Achim Zeileis, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
The smarter approach is to make those training simulations imperfect on purpose so the robot learns to handle real-world surprises.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Allen’s computer simulations show the mix of larger stones will grow with climate change.
—Seth Borenstein, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Human expertise uncovers evolving attack tactics, while simulations prepare employees to respond instinctively to threats, making each interaction a proactive defense measure.
—Seemant Sehgal, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Achim Zeileis, Fortune, 12 June 2026
In one of the CDC modeling’s worst-case scenarios, in which only 20 percent of Ebola cases are isolated, most simulations projected more than 20,000 cases and more than 4,000 deaths within just three months.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026
To overcome this challenge, ANL and Brookhaven National Laboratory researchers turned to large-scale computer simulations.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026
The new study combines advanced geological simulations with evidence collected directly from the crater itself.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 10 June 2026
This is the information that loads the dice for our simulations.
—Achim Zeileis, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
The smarter approach is to make those training simulations imperfect on purpose so the robot learns to handle real-world surprises.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Allen’s computer simulations show the mix of larger stones will grow with climate change.
—Seth Borenstein, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Human expertise uncovers evolving attack tactics, while simulations prepare employees to respond instinctively to threats, making each interaction a proactive defense measure.
—Seemant Sehgal, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simulations
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In addition to writing the screenplay with Ford, Fish designed the sets, costumes, and miniatures, while also doing the hair and makeup for the all-Drag cast.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
12 June 2026
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Those miniatures eventually grew into larger chamber works and orchestral compositions.—
Lily Brown,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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Published in four parts, from 2000 to 2003, Persepolis sold millions of copies, and Satrapi’s 2007 film adaptation received an Oscar nomination and the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
16 June 2026
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First published in 1958, Bond's Paddington books — of which there are 29 in total — have sold more than 35 million copies worldwide and have inspired multiple television adaptations.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Early in the movie, failed architect and failing furniture-store owner Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofor) discovers a portal into a seemingly endless, unpopulated liminal space filled with distorted reproductions of real-world rooms, objects, and even whole neighborhoods.—
Tasha Robinson,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Rooms are done in rich fabrics in warm earth tones and dressed up with elements of local design, such as reproductions of Pavel Janak’s angular Cubist timber chairs and elegant chaise longues from designer Adolf Loos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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There’s even a great scene in Jaws when Scheider is just sitting with his son and his son starts doing imitations of him at the dinner table.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
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But the most memorable impressions are rarely straightforward imitations.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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In-hand images of the new Nike Air Max2 CB 94 Low styles aren’t yet available, but Sneaker Market Romania provided speculative mock-ups of what the new pairs are expected to look like based on Supreme’s March SB collaborations, which is similar to the build of 2017’s Air Max2 CB 94 Lows.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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Once in space, the ship will release 20 mock-ups of SpaceX’s next-generation Starlink satellites, plus two deployable Starlinks fitted with cameras to take pictures of the rocket’s upper stage in flight.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
22 May 2026
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For museums with valuable, ancient artifacts, creating replicas that can be held is also a step toward accessibility.—
Jonaki Mehta,
NPR,
18 June 2026
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Inside, the center of the eight-floor museum features replicas of American milestones like the Declaration of Independence, the end of slavery, the fight for equal rights, and highlights from the Obamas' time in the White House.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine recently inked a deal with AI audio company ElevenLabs to produce virtual replications of their famous voices.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
13 Nov. 2025
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Statistically, Llamas and Kyles are virtual clones in some categories.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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Propagation is a technique that allows gardeners to make clones of existing plants.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
31 May 2026
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“Simulations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simulations. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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