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imitate

verb

/ˈɪmɪteɪt/

Meaning

to copy the behavior or manner of someone or something

to copy someone's actions, speech, or behavior

Children often imitate their parents' behavior.

Children often imitate their parents.

imitation is the sincerest form of flattery

copy, mimic, replicate, emulate, reproduce

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copy, mimic, replicate, emulate

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copy, mimic, emulate, replicate, reproduce

originate, create, innovate, invent

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originate, create, innovate, invent

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originate, innovate, create

imitate behavior, imitate voice, imitate style, imitate perfectly, imitate accent, imitate movements

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imitate behavior, imitate voice, imitate style, imitate perfectly

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imitate style, imitate behavior, imitate accent, imitate movements

To adapt or become accustomed to a new environment or situation

To sharpen a blade or to improve a skill through practice.

To impose or collect, especially a tax or fine.

To accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time.

Went from one place to another, especially over a distance.

to recover health and strength after illness or medical treatment