replicas

noun

plural of replica
1
as in pictures
something or someone that strongly resembles another filled with the usual chain stores, the new mall is a too-familiar replica of hundreds of other malls

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2
as in reproductions
something that is made to look exactly like something else assembled a small-scale replica of the Queen Mary ocean liner

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Recent Examples of replicas As this report revealed, the Abu Dhabi Potter land is expected to be the only one worldwide with replicas of both Hogwarts Castle and Diagon Alley. — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Six modern replicas have also been completed, combining century-old plans with the latest in aluminum hulls, composite rigging, and sail technology. — Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 18 July 2026 The King Tut Experience is another new exhibition which features replicas of artifacts from the excavation of King Tutankhamun’s tomb. — Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026 So, when these replicas replace an emotion as deep and universal as mourning, the emotional landscape of the human being changes. — Gaia Alari, New Yorker, 9 July 2026 Some of the deals have pages of guardrails and approval rights, setting down boundaries for any future use of these replicas. — Joy Press, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026 Then there’s the deeper penetration of digital twins (virtual factory replicas). — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 Many of these proliferating jerseys are not meant to be replicas of the game gear worn by favorite athletes. — Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 28 June 2026 An afterparty on the top floor of the center featured replicas of Maher’s Real Time and Club Random sets. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replicas
  1. pictures
  2. reproductions
  3. images
  4. copies
  5. clones
  6. twins
  7. portraits
  8. duplicates
Noun
  • He was shown pictures and videos from the prosecution of the state of the house, including blood spatter.
    — Penny Kmitt, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • And while alumni watched from the sideline, the Bruins connected with youth football players on the field during, incorporating them into stretches, signing autographs and taking pictures.
    — Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of pictures
Noun
  • There’s a section dedicated to coffee makers of many sizes and colors; reproductions of El Morro castle with a small slot for a paper roll that tells the story of the fortress; and maracas made in Cuba by artisans.
    — Sarah Moreno August 7, Miami Herald, 7 Aug. 2026
  • For Schlanzky, at least, reproductions aren’t much of a solution.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of reproductions
Noun
  • The researchers scanned the brains of eight dogs — six border collies, a labrador and a golden retriever — while showing them images of strangers with either a happy or a neutral expression.
    — Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • See the short’s first teaser and a selection of first-look images below.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of images
Noun
  • The books has been sold into 19 territories and sold almost 1 million copies.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The former counts album purchases across eligible formats, while the latter focuses specifically on people buying physical copies, like vinyl and CD.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of copies
Noun
  • When a layer is overfunded, value migrates to whoever touches the customer, because everyone else is bidding against nine clones for the same integration.
    — Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The interview, therefore, presents an opportunity to stand out in a sea of clones.
    — Cami Fateh, Vogue, 22 July 2026
Definition of clones
Noun
  • Digital twins didn't fail because the simulation engines were weak.
    — Richard Clough, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Internet memes about the two being twins have circulated for years.
    — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of twins
Noun
  • The period-relevant portraits lining the walls, decorative accessories, and the bed with a canopy headboard transported us to another century.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Aug. 2026
  • After a moment of confusion, Queen Sofia moved to the far side, and the family posed for their colorful vacation portraits.
    — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of portraits
Noun
  • The 56 designated as Tough Ones are all duplicates from one of the other two types.
    — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Some sets come with additional lids, which may be duplicates or something unique, such as specially sized lids for soda bottles.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
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