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as in synthetic
being such in appearance only and made with or manufactured from usually cheaper materials
a simulated leopard skin rug
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as in mock
lacking in natural or spontaneous quality
the simulated friendliness in public of two politicians who can't stand each other in private
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as in pretended
to present a false appearance of
cosmetics that simulate a suntan
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Recent Examples of simulated
Scott Tobias, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
When the simulated flight crashes, the screen turns into a wall of fire, and there’s Nathan.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2025
Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 18 Dec. 2024
Every ounce of water onscreen during that chase was simulated.
—Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The wonderfully unexpected opening sequence takes us inside a cockpit where the co-pilot’s warnings of discrepancies in the plane’s navigation system go unheeded by the captain, who steers them into a simulated fiery crash.
—Scott Tobias, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
When the simulated flight crashes, the screen turns into a wall of fire, and there’s Nathan.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2025
Verb
High uranium extraction efficiency The researchers tested their beads in both real and simulated seawater environments with remarkable results.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 18 Dec. 2024
Every ounce of water onscreen during that chase was simulated.
—Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for simulated
Adjective
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Now, though, prices of synthetic diamonds have plummeted 90 percent at wholesale, according to a statement from the brand, marking a stark divergence from the price of traditional gems.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
9 May 2025
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In announcing the replacements on Friday, the FDA said multiple food companies had already promised to remove the synthetic chemicals, making the 2026 target more likely.—
Dan Gooding
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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In the past year, Sanders was projected as high as a top 3 NFL draft pick in some mock drafts.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
7 May 2025
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With a draft order now known, a collection of our NHL reporters combined for a mock draft of the first 16 picks.—
Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
6 May 2025
Verb
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The newly vegan sister-in-law then called the caterer and pretended to be the bride, adding five new vegan options and approving a $1,500 charge.—
Virginia Chamlee,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Josef and Rosemarie raised three of Elisabeth's children, who Josef pretended Elisabeth left on their doorstep, while Elisabeth was forced to raise three of her children in a locked underground compound without windows.—
Jessica Sager,
People.com,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Our feeds are flooded with faux news and half-truths, designed to prop up confirmation biases and advance political agendas.—
Slaine,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2025
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This depends on the material, but faux leather is usually less susceptible to damage from steam.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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Despite the strained relationship between both countries at the political level, the Tempo are focused on having a smooth launch next year and adding to the W’s current momentum.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
14 May 2025
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This causes the voice to break and have a strained sound.—
Kate Nalepinski,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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When Newcastle received an influx of cash from a sovereign wealth fund, fans assumed a legion of superstars would lead them to Champions League glory.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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It has long been assumed that no such loan write-offs are allowed to be included in clubs’ PSR calculations.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Amazon has plenty more artificial plants and flowers to shop.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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Land could be raised, drainage systems could be improved, and artificial wetlands could be added.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
8 May 2025
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YouTube has further cracked down on fake movie trailer channels.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
12 May 2025
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This fake news is being spread by France’s enemies, both abroad and at home.—
Jenny Goldsberry,
The Washington Examiner,
12 May 2025
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“Simulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simulated. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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