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as in means
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 imitates
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 emulates
Following film was a full run on the team’s NBA floor rather than the practice facility, which better emulates a game feel.
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Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026
Instead, the site recommends a homemade mixture consisting of four parts water to one part sugar, which emulates the amount of sugar naturally found in nectar.
—Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 22 Mar. 2026
The room sits at 160 degrees Fahrenheit, and while only beer is served here, the interior perfectly emulates the traditional farmhouse dining rooms that dot the Black Forest.
—Kendra Atleework, Longreads, 12 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, anyone online can browse Epstein’s correspondence on Jmail, a site that emulates the experience of browsing his Gmail inbox.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 11 Mar. 2026
The season emulates the 40 days Jesus spent fasting and avoiding the temptations of evil in the desert, as mentioned in the Bible.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Feb. 2026
The season emulates the 40 days Jesus spent fasting and avoiding the temptations of evil in the desert, as mentioned in the Bible.
—Marina Johnson, IndyStar, 20 Feb. 2026
The 60-second spot emulates a karaoke screen at a bar, with basic computer animation and less-than-stylish graphics.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
Developed with the biomaterials innovation company Bolt, the formulation emulates the properties of spider silk, which is known for its strength and flexibility.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026
Instead, the site recommends a homemade mixture consisting of four parts water to one part sugar, which emulates the amount of sugar naturally found in nectar.
—Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 22 Mar. 2026
The room sits at 160 degrees Fahrenheit, and while only beer is served here, the interior perfectly emulates the traditional farmhouse dining rooms that dot the Black Forest.
—Kendra Atleework, Longreads, 12 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, anyone online can browse Epstein’s correspondence on Jmail, a site that emulates the experience of browsing his Gmail inbox.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 11 Mar. 2026
The season emulates the 40 days Jesus spent fasting and avoiding the temptations of evil in the desert, as mentioned in the Bible.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Feb. 2026
The season emulates the 40 days Jesus spent fasting and avoiding the temptations of evil in the desert, as mentioned in the Bible.
—Marina Johnson, IndyStar, 20 Feb. 2026
The 60-second spot emulates a karaoke screen at a bar, with basic computer animation and less-than-stylish graphics.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
Developed with the biomaterials innovation company Bolt, the formulation emulates the properties of spider silk, which is known for its strength and flexibility.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulates
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Bacon notes the Department of Corrections receives almost all its money from the general fund so more money for corrections means less for education, transportation, and Medicaid.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Keep in mind, tulips require full sun, which means at least six hours of bright, direct sunlight a day.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
28 Apr. 2026
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The pieces are all made from fade- and weather-resistant poly material, which even imitates the look of wood grain for a more stylish finish.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Apr. 2026
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Aristotle said that art imitates nature (ars imitatur naturam), and for centuries, many artists sought to imitate their subjects as realistically as possible.—
Andrey Mir,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
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On a party count, that is 4-3 for the Dems and the one-for-you, one-for-me bipartisan staffing copies the Board of Elections.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Every time the virus copies itself inside a cell, its genetic material mutates.—
Kyle B. Enfield,
The Conversation,
28 Mar. 2026
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In beautiful natural environments, choose drapery that mimics the great outdoors.—
Shagun Khare,
Martha Stewart,
25 Apr. 2026
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This structure is supported by an ultra-thin, flexible epoxy coating that mimics the soft, delicate texture of actual brain tissue.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Shampoo Bars last at least 80 washes, equivalent to three bottles of liquid shampoo, while the Conditioner Bars last at least 120 washes -- one solid shampoo and conditioner set equals eight liquid bottles.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Under the agreement, the bigger payout, which Covert says equals roughly a quarter of his income as an electrical contractor, won’t start until the project is completed and online — and Covert isn’t sure when that will happen amid the shifting federal landscape.—
Ayurella Horn-Muller,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Red Sox were held to three or fewer runs in 15 of their first 26 games, and seven of the club’s 10 lineup regulars had an OPS+ of less than 100, which signifies below league-average offensive production.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
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Summer signifies les grandes vacances, when the French take off parts of July and the entire month of August to flit to their country homes or the coast.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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Its 28-game start matches the expansion 1962 Mets — who lost 120 games — along with 1964 and 1983 for the second-worst in team history behind an 8-20 opening in 1981.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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That matches statistical data on trust in medical researchers and scientists in general and is in line with past measures of trust in scientists.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Emulates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulates. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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