The dress was trimmed with imitation lace to keep costs low.

She trimmed the costume with delicate imitation laces to give it a vintage feel.

When she watched the film, she couldn't help but think that art imitates life, since the protagonist's struggles mirrored her own.

When the parade's costumes matched the film's designs, we couldn't help but think that life imitates art.

When she copied his design, he smiled and said, 'imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,' because he felt honored by the recognition.