equate to

phrasal verb

equated to; equating to; equates to
: to be the same as or similar to (something) : to equal
Disagreement doesn't equate to disloyalty.

Examples of equate to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In Idaho, that equates to a misdemeanor conviction resulting in a maximum $1,000 fine or up to six months in jail. Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 18 July 2024 With 50 contracts, this equates to risking $2500 to potentially gain $2500. Nishant Pant, CNBC, 16 July 2024 That equates to 5 miles/kWh (12.4 kWh/100 km), making the Air Pure the most efficient electric vehicle for sale today. Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 16 July 2024 His two goals and two assists in 267 minutes of action equate to 1.35 goals + assists per 90 (G+A per 90), easily the best mark at Euro 2024. David Faris, Newsweek, 9 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for equate to 

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“Equate to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/equate%20to. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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