Example Sentences

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“Now a lot of people want self-expression out of drag. They want to portray their own artistic talent through drag, rather than just emulating someone.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

By emulating epics like Peter Jackson’s “Lord of the Rings” trilogy, the live-action “House of David” opens its story to a much broader audience than most Christian content.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

Such a move has widespread political support - with countries including France, Spain and Indonesia also considering emulating Australia's ban - and the backing of some campaigners and children's charities.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Second seed Sinner is bidding to win the Melbourne major for a third time in a row, emulating Djokovic.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

I began working even harder at my game because a few youngsters in Alexandra saw me as someone worth emulating.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane