Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, especially when it comes from one of the most celebrated players in modern NHL history.

“I think if you win the match, you deserve to do whatever you want. As a kid growing up, I always learned that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, so that’s all I have to say about that.”

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, the new burger joint that recently opened in Sinaloa, Mexico, really loves the food at California-based In-N-Out.

“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,” Mr. Hogan said, sounding more frustrated than flattered about the phrase’s newfound popularity.

The former state treasurer, Mr. Mandel, appears to have been guided by the idea that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.