equate with/and

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: to say or think that (something) is equal to or the same as (something else)
He equates disagreement with/and disloyalty.
You shouldn't equate material wealth with happiness.

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Small in stature doesn’t equate with Dumpit’s contributions, however, according to Klemm. — Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026 Much of the public opposes import taxes, which many Americans, and most economists, equate with rising prices. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 29 Nov. 2025 Enbliss Wireless Strapless Bra A similarly notorious bra style that can be difficult to equate with comfort is the strapless bra. — Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 21 June 2025 Maknickas says Nord Security is open to proposals from team members but that doesn’t necessarily equate with taking a leadership role. — Trevor Clawson, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for equate with/and

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“Equate with/and.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/equate%20with%2Fand. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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