Sentence examples similar to second hand imitation from inspiring English sources

You're probably not going to capture 1/10th of what it was actually like to be there, so why sacrifice the first-hand experience for some crappy, second-hand imitation?

He is also a staunch antitragedian, who sees in tragic poetry a third-hand imitation of genuine Being and an incitement to unhealthy, even sadistic, emotionalism.

In other news this week, I learned first hand that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.

If the second hand's motion is anything less than silky smooth, you may have an imitation on your hands.

On the one hand, imitation is the highest form of praise.

Merce Cunningham, "Second Hand".

Buy second hand tiaras.

Avoid second hand smoke.

Try a second hand shop.

On the one hand, imitations and incremental innovations are less imbued with risk and uncertainty than new products and services.

Hour, minute and second hands.