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imitation

[im-i-tey-shuhn] / ˌɪm ɪˈteɪ ʃən /


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But the authors’ enthusiasm for plant-based imitation meat comes as that industry is struggling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

There was a sandwich shop built in an ersatz Alamo and imitation of San Antonio’s Riverwalk with a Mexican restaurant that offered both classic and frozen margaritas.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

The goal isn’t to displace us, but to import communal artistry — Kenyan wood and beadwork can be found in the pathways, resting spaces and more — as a show of admiration rather than imitation.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

Argentina looked a pale imitation of the side that walloped Wales in record-breaking fashion in Cardiff, and Scotland were in complete control for the first 50 minutes.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2025

I do my best imitation of Jakob’s voice.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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