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as in to come (to)
to be the same in meaning or effect
what they offered at the new resort didn't begin to emulate the kind of pampering we were used to getting at the resort that closed down
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as in to imitate
to use (someone or something) as the model for one's speech, mannerisms, or behavior
a pro athlete who has often said that children should emulate their parents—not him
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Recent Examples of emulate
Buc-ee's is succeeding in getting customers to stay in its stores longer, something Dolly's and Wally's are trying to emulate.
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Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Three strategies help employees turn challenging experiences into opportunities for resilience and professional growth, ultimately shaping them into better future leaders by learning what to emulate and what to avoid.
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Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Byrd quips, adding that the next generation has emulated her work.
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Kalia Richardson,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Crisscross elastic straps emulate the delicate presentation of real ballerina shoes.
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Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for emulate
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Three strategies help employees turn challenging experiences into opportunities for resilience and professional growth, ultimately shaping them into better future leaders by learning what to emulate and what to avoid.
—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Byrd quips, adding that the next generation has emulated her work.
—
Kalia Richardson,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Crisscross elastic straps emulate the delicate presentation of real ballerina shoes.
—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for emulate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulate
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So Balogun had drawn a red card in the round-of-32 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, meaning he would be suspended for the following game — Monday’s match.
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There, the hotel’s overarching theme of kisetsukan, meaning seasonal awareness, is felt most evidently at Iñaki.
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Here was a government that had explicitly borrowed from Beijing’s developmental playbook and sincerely attempted to imitate it, but failed.
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These are glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists that imitate a natural hormone in the gut.
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Mixed responses to the American Freedom Train matched the national mood as the United States approached its Bicentennial celebration in 1976.
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Here, the brown cat-eye base matches the drink's dark color, while black tiger stripes add that bubbly, playful finish.
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The system for copying parts of the genome into RNA for protein production comes from a virus called T7.
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Her own granddaughter's baptism dress included embroideries copied from that dress.
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And the 2 million square feet in the complex equals seven Empire State buildings in New York City, said Chuck Kilroy of Delaware North, the casino project consultant.
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That mark was set on the Amazon Leo 5 mission in early April and has been equaled multiple times since.
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That skill mimics mortality, Lee said, with the Chinese firm calling it another step toward fully autonomous machines capable of working 24/7.
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Such a beautiful sculpture, mimicking the swirls found in nature (the cosmos, shells, Fibonacci-following topiary) felt a far cry from the swirl of emotions prompted by my favorite TV shows.
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Chishti said the rulings signify that future presidents could continue to change immigration policies at their discretion.
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Today, the brand's ecosystem includes wellness clubs and destination experiences, reflecting how athleisure has become a modern uniform signifying values.
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“Emulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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