1
as in image
something or someone that strongly resembles another
in adulthood he became sort of a living duplication of his late father
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2
as in copy
something that is made to look exactly like something else
a duplication of an ancient Chinese vase for the mass market
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as in repetition
the act of saying or doing over again
let's avoid duplication of effort on this group project if we can
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Recent Examples of duplication
The duplication of effort, the ridiculous hours, and the endless inefficiencies were invisible.
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Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Nov. 2024
The research also revealed duplication of the AMY1 gene existed in the genomes of Neanderthals and Denisovans, an extinct hominin first discovered in 2010 about whom relatively little is known.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
Its safeguards are designed to prevent unauthorized duplication or distribution of digital media, potentially saving media companies in the United States over $100 billion annually.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Linking to the dashboard enhances engagement and streamlines operations by preventing unnecessary duplication and distractions.
—Dr. Grace Lee, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Nov. 2024
The research also revealed duplication of the AMY1 gene existed in the genomes of Neanderthals and Denisovans, an extinct hominin first discovered in 2010 about whom relatively little is known.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
Its safeguards are designed to prevent unauthorized duplication or distribution of digital media, potentially saving media companies in the United States over $100 billion annually.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Linking to the dashboard enhances engagement and streamlines operations by preventing unnecessary duplication and distractions.
—Dr. Grace Lee, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for duplication
Noun
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Since leaving the White House, Mr. Trump has lent his name and image to dozens of products.—
Karen Yourish,
New York Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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The sight of affluent public figures — even Indiana Jones himself — grappling with the potential loss of their homes is a striking new image in the growing category of climate refugees.—
Rebecca Keegan,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Jan. 2025
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The company provided me copies of the current edition for review.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Those members of Congress would have to review the document under supervision from a Justice Department official and would not be able to keep a copy of the report, take notes or take photographs of its pages, government lawyers said.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
arkansasonline.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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Typically, Pilates exercises are performed in a sequence of three to five repetitions to build strength and improve flexibility.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
21 Jan. 2025
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As Sabalenka found out in 2022, razing a service motion built up through a lifetime of repetitions is one of the most vulnerable things a tennis player can do.—
Matthew Futterman,
The Athletic,
12 Jan. 2025
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Written and directed by Hallie Meyers-Shyer (Home Again), the film from Ketchup Entertainment follows Andy Goodrich (Keaton), whose life is upended when his wife and mother of their nine-year-old twins enters a 90-day rehab program, leaving him on his own with their young kids.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
22 Jan. 2025
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Comments Nineties kids are kind of obsessed with twins.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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Lending pandas to zoos across the U.S. and other countries also encourages reproduction and helps save the giant pandas from extinction.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA TODAY,
24 Jan. 2025
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Inside, there’s a photomechanical reproduction on gold of Eisenhower’s husband, President Dwight D. Eisenhower.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2025
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In fact, no repeat champion has ever made it to the Super Bowl the next season.—
Nate Taylor,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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But how the rain falls could make the difference between a disaster respite or a disaster repeat.—
Karina Tsui,
CNN,
24 Jan. 2025
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This leads to more clutter and unnecessary duplicates that are lost again.—
Amy Slenker-Smith,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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While the pharmaceutical companies plod along the long drug development and regulatory process required of new medications, some pharmacies have already leapt into the oral market by categorizing their products as duplicates of the injectable meds.—
Kate Knibbs,
WIRED,
20 Nov. 2024
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The elaborate queue for the ride is set in a bank vault but the real highlight is right outside where there's a mini replica of Fremont Street in Sin City.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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The highly accurate set comes with a replica of the stylish three-story house, every floor brimming with rooms and accessories inspired by key scenes from across the franchise, including Edward’s bedroom and the grand piano in the living room.—
Gil Macias,
People.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Duplication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duplication. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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