mimic
verb (used with object)
to imitate or copy in action, speech, etc., often playfully or derisively.
mimics
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pluralof mimic.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof mimic (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
mimicverb (used with object)to imitate or copy in action, speech, etc., often playfully or derisively.
Example Sentences
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Zuckerberg's recent essay doesn't name names - but the Meta boss mimics Andreessen by questioning those who have warned about the negatives of future tech.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
Novo’s success was fueled by one thing: semaglutide, a medication that mimics the naturally occurring hormone in the gut that signals to the brain it’s not hungry, while regulating digestion and blood sugar.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
As for claims that the substance mimics the amino acid profile of human skin, Rogers said the comparison is often overstated.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
They used a mouse model that mimics ACL tears, a common sports injury seen in activities such as soccer, basketball, and skiing that involve sudden stopping, pivoting, or jumping.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 12, 2026
“Well, I am sure that attitude”—he mimics my shrug and hair flip—“is what’s driving Stella crazy.”
From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott
