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as in reproduction
something that is made to look exactly like something else
bought a smaller and cheaper replication of the marble statue for his garden
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as in repetition
the act of saying or doing over again
we'll need to do a replication of that experiment so we can collect more data
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as in response
something spoken or written in reaction especially to a question
his carefully worded replications suggested that he was well aware of the punishment for perjury
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Recent Examples of replication
For a while, the show drew from existing material and ran with it, telling its own story more than serving as a 1:1 replication of events of the game.
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Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
More recent iterations have given him power replication, voice mimicry, size alteration, density control, and superhuman strength.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Critical policies like access control, data placement, retention and replication are managed through tools that work independently of each other.
—Manosiz Bhattacharyya, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Suppressing viral genome replication and viral protein expression 5.
—Marley Hall, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024
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Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
More recent iterations have given him power replication, voice mimicry, size alteration, density control, and superhuman strength.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Critical policies like access control, data placement, retention and replication are managed through tools that work independently of each other.
—Manosiz Bhattacharyya, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Suppressing viral genome replication and viral protein expression 5.
—Marley Hall, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for replication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replication
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In the wild, cats faced the challenge of limited prey, which favored only the most skilled hunters for survival and reproduction.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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Here, a reproduction of the article that ran in Women’s Wear Daily on July 20, 1956, including Dior’s thoughts on the WWD’s support of him and its succinct coverage of all things informing the fashion industry 365 days of the year.WWD Staff, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
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Relationships need repetition and structure to grow.Serena Dai, The Atlantic, 12 Jan. 2025
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Rather, these freelancing skills are developed through repetition and practice, and through learning from and watching the habits of other freelancers who've made it to the pinnacles of their careers.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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The agency finally posted draft rules late last year in response to a lawsuit filed by an environmental group, the Florida Springs Council.Greg Allen, NPR, 17 Jan. 2025
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When a balloon rises into the sky, the air inside will expand in response to the dropping atmospheric pressure and eventually pop.Ailsa Harvey, Space.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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Click here for a free copy of a full Strategic Business Planning tool.George Bradt, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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The book is later discovered to be Quinn's copy of The Founder's rule book, The Pact, that was kept by Judge Meadow after trading with the family for it.Jeff Spry, Space.com, 4 Jan. 2025
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The 2-2 draw threw up plenty of their repeat problems from the past three months: a vulnerable high line, weaknesses defending crosses and issues conceding goals in flurries.Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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In executing their arrest warrant—the first against a sitting South Korean President—law enforcement officials avoided a repeat of tense scenes from Jan. 3, when they were blocked from detaining Yoon for five-and-a-half hours by his security staff, before finally beating a chastening retreat.Charlie Campbell, TIME, 15 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, the never-ending journey to find answers in protection for Burrow continues.Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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The personal experience has driven her to push the state for answers on tracking the virus’ spread.Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2025
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Counterfeit sneakers often feature near-perfect replicas, with counterfeiters even soliciting feedback to improve their products.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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The Dot Experience addresses this challenge by creating accessible, multisensory experiences, such as media pods and 3D replicas, throughout the museum.M. Leona Godin, AFAR Media, 3 Jan. 2025
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The channel will feature over 50+ hours of live, near-live and VOD content including ceremonial weigh-ins, press conferences and condensed replays.Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Within a week of premiering new episodes, all the aforementioned hits bring in anywhere from 7 to 11 million viewers just from linear telecasts and DVR replays — a substantial number, though obviously a lot fewer overall than what similar smashes drew 20 years ago.Josef Adalian, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Replication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replication. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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