- present participle of copy.
copying
Example Sentences
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British pop star Olivia Dean has been accused of copying the melody of Bill Withers' soul classic Just The Two of Us in a legal case filed in California.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
In-N-Out has an extensive record of defending its trademark and has frequently taken or threatened legal action against entities accused of copying its menu or branding.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
He had become notorious for an uncanny impersonation of Patrick Mahomes—wearing the three-time Super Bowl winner’s number, copying his haircut, and mirroring his sidearm throws—but he couldn’t match his ability to win football games.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026
At times, the standing area closest to the stage resembled an Indian wedding, with fans copying Dosanjh's impressive moves.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Well, I didn’t do that well at yeshiva, but copying the passages down in class felt kind of holy, the same kind of magic as the letters appearing on the press.
From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper
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