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impersonator

[im-pur-suh-ney-ter] / ɪmˈpɜr səˌneɪ tər /
NOUN
mimic
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At that time, Wiles said her phone had been hacked after an impersonator, or impersonators, used her contacts file to message other top US officials.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

She contacted the bank that the impersonator was using, but the company said it couldn’t do anything without a police report.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

Slate’s Lizzie O’Leary speaks with creative director, comedian, and chief Alex Jones impersonator Tim Heidecker about what’s next for the site.

From Slate Jul. 7, 2026

In a recent video, the sunglass-wearing Castro interacts with a Trump impersonator, who tells him he wants to buy Cuba.

From Barron's Apr. 7, 2026

He was an Elvis impersonator, and when I asked him his name he replied without hesitation, "Elvis Presley."

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos

Over several months, he had four video calls with the fake attorney and two calls with immigration agent impersonators.

From Salon May 2, 2026

Ibiza-headlining DJs and Elvis impersonators may seem an unlikely combination, but for one unassuming social club it is proving a winning mix.

From BBC Dec. 7, 2025

He said the bill would provide transparency and discourage impersonators.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 16, 2025

Elvis Presley impersonators and showgirls, both Vegas stalwarts, welcomed the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs when they arrived last weekend.

From Seattle Times Feb. 7, 2024

They were impersonators of what were known as "Irish parts," and being genuine Irish Nationalists, as well as actors, did much to elevate the character of such performances.

From The Life Story of an Old Rebel by John Denvir




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