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mimics

  • plural of mimic.
  • present tense form of mimic (3rd person singular).

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Plans are in the works for a variety of unique, ancillary creations including a 15-second slide that mimics the path of reentry as a space shuttle descends back into Earth’s atmosphere.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 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

He mimics Brunson’s unpretentious style—Bridges once claimed to have eaten Chipotle for lunch every day for 10 years—and he’s been nails in the clutch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

But if you’re craving something more — perhaps something that mimics the flavors of fancy restaurants with unique embellishments — here are a few simple ways to zhuzh up even the simplest of frozen pizzas.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

The whole table mimics my gesture to show respect for the dying.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton