as in presentations
something given to someone without expectation of a return
this hotel offers its guests more comps, including a free bottle of champagne, than most in its class
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Recent Examples of comps
Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
Fabletics reported 11% same-store comps in 2023, nearly 20% in 2024, and 14% in the first half of 2025, leading to three consecutive years of double-digit gains in a retail environment where comps are increasingly challenging to achieve.
—Brin Snelling, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
While Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy all saw comparable sales rise during the quarter, Athleta dragged down the company’s overall performance with comps down 9%.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
The closest comps would be their 1-15 stretch in late August and September of 2017 or their 16-26 stumble out of the gate in 2018.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
Elsewhere, Nexstar posted a 9%, or $47 million, loss in sales as its quarterly haul of $475 million reflected tough political spend comps and a shaky automotive market.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 Aug. 2025
Additionally, Christian said sellers are becoming savvier, checking comps on eBay to turn a profit.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025
Not just market comps or construction costs—but live operational feedback.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
The Gap brand itself saw its seventh consecutive quarter of positive comps, leading to a 4 percent increase.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
Fabletics reported 11% same-store comps in 2023, nearly 20% in 2024, and 14% in the first half of 2025, leading to three consecutive years of double-digit gains in a retail environment where comps are increasingly challenging to achieve.
—Brin Snelling, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
While Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy all saw comparable sales rise during the quarter, Athleta dragged down the company’s overall performance with comps down 9%.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
The closest comps would be their 1-15 stretch in late August and September of 2017 or their 16-26 stumble out of the gate in 2018.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
Elsewhere, Nexstar posted a 9%, or $47 million, loss in sales as its quarterly haul of $475 million reflected tough political spend comps and a shaky automotive market.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 Aug. 2025
Additionally, Christian said sellers are becoming savvier, checking comps on eBay to turn a profit.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025
Not just market comps or construction costs—but live operational feedback.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comps
Noun
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From Saison’s signature Welcome Tea — a delicate bundle of eight herbs and flowers that greets every guest—to the meticulous multi-course progression that unfolds with tableside presentations and impeccable attention to detail, dining here isn’t just a meal.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The services include a choir led by music director Sharon Farber, readings and special presentations from media personalities, actors, acting teachers and other industry professionals.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The competition awards no prize money; the main reward is glory.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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This rivalry, named the Bayou Bucket Game 51 years ago, awards the winner a trophy topped with a golden bucket.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Friends have been stopping by and sending little gifts.—
Sarah Jones,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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Hoffman, who died in March 2023, previously left a record breaking donation to the ALS Association as well as sizable gifts to the University of Cincinnati and other institutions.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The site provides links to 14 private and government groups that accept and act on complaints, including the FBI, the Better Business Bureau, the Social Security Administration, AARP, the SEC, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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This new framework provides the immigration official with greater flexibility and discretion.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Admission for the game is free, but donations are welcome.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Sep. 2025
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The logistics were daunting, but carefully calibrated— Angel explained that even wording introductions to attendees at the reception desk were discussed, to make clear that the cookout was centered on trans femmes and donations were encouraged.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The current system of revisions renders an important set of numbers impossible to use.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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To put it mildly, Longo is disheartened by the political climate, by the bullying and attacks on democracy, by war, by the language that renders America as a sports team.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The current setup is giving out debuts like Christmas presents.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The promotional brochure in the exhibit presents that ideal resident lounging on the bed, smoking a Marlboro while talking on the phone.—
Anthony Paletta,
Curbed,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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While a new generation of young singer-songwriters encroaches on country music’s old guard by the day, the Texas barnstormer has found his footing with a fan base hell-bent on capturing every moment Myers affords them.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
4 Sep. 2025
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Today, the Auchentoshan Experience affords entrants the opportunity not just to witness this history, but to drink it all in.—
Brad Japhe,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Comps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comps. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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