equate to
verb
equated to; equating to; equates to
: to be the same as or similar to (something) : to equal
Disagreement doesn't equate to disloyalty.
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This isn't a crisis, but a common midlife re-evaluation where external achievement no longer equates to internal satisfaction.
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Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
For me, luxury equates to craftsmanship.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 11 June 2026
To come up with its study, the company looked at different factors that equate to quietness, including monthly search volume, visitor ratings, average summer temperatures, access to nearby restaurants and bars, and availability of accommodations.
—Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026
This drink packs 106 grams of carbs, which equates to roughly 7 servings.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 June 2026
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Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
For me, luxury equates to craftsmanship.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 11 June 2026
To come up with its study, the company looked at different factors that equate to quietness, including monthly search volume, visitor ratings, average summer temperatures, access to nearby restaurants and bars, and availability of accommodations.
—Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026
This drink packs 106 grams of carbs, which equates to roughly 7 servings.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 June 2026
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“Equate to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/equate%20to. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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