as in to balance
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
a plan to equalize educational opportunities for all the state's children, rich and poor alike
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Recent Examples of equalize
But if the Americans need a goal to equalize or the game-winner late in the match, don’t be surprised if the Vancouver Whitecaps forward finds himself in the middle of things at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles (Paramount+, Univision, 7 p.m. ET).
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Michael Lewis, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
If Congress immediately equalized funding levels, taxpayers would save more than $560 billion over the next decade, according to new research from our organization.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
In truth, though, the Matildas never really looked like equalizing and needed two smart saves from goalkeeper Teagan Micah to keep the deficit at one in the closing stages.
—Jamie Barton, CNN, 24 Feb. 2025
The other memorable moment came when NYCFC equalized at 1-1 in the 26th minute through Slovenian defender Mitja Ilenič.
—Martin Rogers, The Athletic, 22 Feb. 2025
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Michael Lewis, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
If Congress immediately equalized funding levels, taxpayers would save more than $560 billion over the next decade, according to new research from our organization.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
In truth, though, the Matildas never really looked like equalizing and needed two smart saves from goalkeeper Teagan Micah to keep the deficit at one in the closing stages.
—Jamie Barton, CNN, 24 Feb. 2025
The other memorable moment came when NYCFC equalized at 1-1 in the 26th minute through Slovenian defender Mitja Ilenič.
—Martin Rogers, The Athletic, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equalize
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Managing brand deals, taxes, and public image is a big responsibility for teenagers still balancing school and life.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Governor Gavin Newsom, who has historically sought to balance tech regulation with business retention, will face a pivotal decision if the bill reaches his desk.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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The White House has equated Harvard’s policies (think: diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, as well as the handling of protests, etc.) to political activity.—
Cate Martel,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2025
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For years, these concerns were sidelined in festival culture, with volume often equated with immersion and intensity.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Why Milwaukee could win: Friday night, the Bucks adjusted.—
Hannah Vanbiber,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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If your core isn’t doing its job, other muscles have to try and compensate.—
Danielle Zickl,
SELF,
24 Apr. 2025
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In the early going, good starting pitching and an explosive offense have compensated for some of the bullpen issues.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Equalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equalize. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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