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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Lennox perfectly approximates Franklin’s confidence and repose on the cover of her latest album, Vacancy.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
7 May 2026 -
Forbes approximates that Jenner is worth $670 million.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Beyond storytelling, the move reflects Sebago’s ambitions for the American market.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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Why China is part of the conversation The initiative also reflects growing concern in Washington over global battery supply chains.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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Afterward, Roseman approaches, shaking his head.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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By Wednesday and Thursday, another system approaches, and a few showers and rumbles may sneak into the area Wednesday.—
Andrew Kozak,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Starter Eric Lauer battles erratic fastball command and early damage yet completes six innings, while the Rays’ Nick Martinez matches him before a bullpen misstep to Rojas decides a tight opener.—
Liana Handler
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Some war-weary Republicans were eager to endorse the agreement — if the fine print matches the administration’s summary.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
15 June 2026
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“Compares (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compares%20%28with%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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