as in compared to
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Republicans under age 50 disfavor Israel by 57%, compared to 50% last year.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026 -
Because of their sophistication, these types of dog trackers tend to come with higher costs (plus subscription requirements) compared to Bluetooth trackers, which are more budget-friendly and have a shorter range and are more ideal for nearby tracking.—
Jessie Quinn,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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Chicago’s jazz scene is coalescing around the occasion, which, contrary to its name, actually encompasses a dense week of programming running April 25 to May 1.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Every nation wants to avoid a legal precedent that is contrary to its long-term interests.—
Elizabeth Mendenhall,
Fortune,
15 Apr. 2026
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“As opposed to.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/as%20opposed%20to. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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