emulate
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And now it’s serving softball, a sport that for decades has been among the most popular for girls in America, even without long-term playing prospects or pro players to strive to emulate.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Or at least they’re trying to, courtesy of the influencers who emulate a similar aura across their social media platforms.
From Salon • May 17, 2026
"And we have a long history and a long relationship. I've known Nick since I was 12 or 13 years old. So to emulate one of his amazing achievements is very, very special."
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
When the 90th of the Masters tees off Thursday, Rose will once again try to emulate Nicklaus, who became a positively ancient champion for the sixth time at the age of 46.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
I secretly bought a pair of castanets and taught myself at least to emulate some of the sounds I heard from above.
From "Bad Boy" by Walter Dean Myers
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