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imitation

[im-i-tey-shuhn] / ˌɪm ɪˈteɪ ʃən /


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Robert says imitation learning can cut the time taken to train the robot from months to days.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The imitation restaurants are a form of flattery, Bob Auerbach, the founder’s stepson, previously told The Times.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Engineers at Northwestern University have created printed artificial neurons that go beyond imitation and can directly interact with real brain cells.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

Brandon Fellows, who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, had traveled to the conference to sell imitation Immigration and Customs Enforcement uniforms as costumes.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Thank goodness—no sign of Gerald doing a terrible Romeo imitation on the sidewalk below.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins




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