copycat
/ˈkɑ pi ˌkæt/
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Definition(s):
- (n) someone who copies the words or behavior of another
Usage(s):
- Ever since the Columbine High School killings, the copycat syndrome has been working overtime.
- Their multiple-death pact had traumatized their hometown, inspired copycat acts more than 700 miles away and dramatically spotlighted the painful problem of teenage suicide.
- Despite several copycat efforts in recent months, this is still the best place to buy music, legally, and it's more popular than ever, selling 2.
Quotes
- "Obviously, we're concerned about the possibility of a copycat attack," Mr. Chertoff said at a news conference.on Jul 7, 2005 By: Michael Chertoff Source: New York Times
- "It's a copycat league," Tennessee Titans coach Jeff Fisher says. "You just have to be prepared for it in case one of your opponents down the road decides to shift gears."on Oct 10, 2008 By: Jeff Fisher Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer
- "This is a complete copycat announcement," Labor's federal health spokeswoman Nicola Roxon told reporters in Melbourne. "Labor has been promoting the GP super clinics across the country for the last several months and (Health Minister Tony)...on Oct 31, 2007 By: Nicola Roxon Source: Sydney Morning Herald
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