copying

Example Sentences

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Recalling that she grew up being warned away from copying off someone else’s test because “cheating is only cheating yourself,” she sounds glum.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Tesla was going to unveil it in the first quarter, but Elon Musk opted to nix the reveal, citing the risk of competitors copying Tesla’s progress.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

The innovation works by copying how the human brain processes information, offering a more efficient alternative to today's power-hungry AI hardware.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

While competitors are free to make food-themed hair clips, copying her specific designs - which are patented - is another matter.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

But Matt is copying stuff down into his notebook like a madman, so I pick an FAQ at random and just start copying its answer down.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden