as in measures up (to)
to come near or nearer to in character or quality
nothing compares with the literary achievement of Shakespeare
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Nordic Knots approximates the color scheme in their percale duvet cover but much more subtly.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
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Its suitability to our climate stems from its origin in the South African Cape Floristic Province, whose climate approximates our own, except our summers are a bit hotter.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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Ken Heinz Hedge Fund Research That breakdown in traditional relationships reflects the unusual nature of the current shock, said industry veterans.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2026
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The golden compositions are housed in bright gold frames, and the glass that shields them reflects the world beyond.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
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As Apple approaches its 50th anniversary, CEO Tim Cook is reflecting on the company's legacy while also looking ahead.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Joachim Trier approaches to pay his respects.—
Rachel Handler,
Vulture,
16 Mar. 2026
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Colorado voters will decide whether transgender children can play sports with the gender that matches their gender identity or whether they'll be forced to play with other children of the same gender they were assigned at birth.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Further, the act requires the full name on your valid photo ID matches your birth certificate or naturalization card.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Compares (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compares%20%28with%29. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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