simulated
Pronunciation: [ˈsɪmjʊˌleɪtɪd]
Context: “games”
(verb) to create a situation that looks or feels real but is made up. It’s like pretending to be in a game or using a model to act out how something works.
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The students simulated a rocket launch in their science class.
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They did not simulate the real-life experience accurately, which made it less engaging.
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How did you simulate the weather conditions during the experiment?
Context: “training”
(verb) to practice something in a way that feels similar to the real thing. This is done to prepare for actual situations, like practicing a fire drill.
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The firefighter trainees simulated a rescue operation to get ready for real emergencies.
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The team did not simulate the emergency well, and they missed important steps.
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What scenarios did you simulate during the training session?
Context: “medicine”
(verb) to imitate real medical situations so that doctors can practice their skills. This helps doctors learn without putting any real patients at risk.
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The medical students simulated a surgery using a dummy.
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They could not simulate the procedure effectively, which limited their learning.
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What techniques did you use to simulate patient care in your class?