as in gifts
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
Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 9 June 2026
The comps were particularly rough that season, as the NYC-OKC skirmish was no match for what would prove to be Michael Jordan’s final championship in Chicago.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 June 2026
Comparable sales, or comps, is a key metric for the retail industry that adjusts for new store openings and closings to ensure fair year-over-year comparisons.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Many things work in Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’s favor, distinguishing it from some of the duller comps in the past several years.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 27 May 2026
Comscore chief box office analyst Paul Dergarabedian is among those left stunned, saying there are virtually no comps.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026
His comps after this season included Alex Kerfoot, Josh Bailey and Kris Versteeg.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 19 May 2026
Noun
The contracts of the Ducks’ Jackson LaCombe and the New Jersey Devils’ Luke Hughes – both carry a $9 million annual average value – will surely be used as comps.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 9 June 2026
The comps were particularly rough that season, as the NYC-OKC skirmish was no match for what would prove to be Michael Jordan’s final championship in Chicago.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 June 2026
Comparable sales, or comps, is a key metric for the retail industry that adjusts for new store openings and closings to ensure fair year-over-year comparisons.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Many things work in Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’s favor, distinguishing it from some of the duller comps in the past several years.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 27 May 2026
Comscore chief box office analyst Paul Dergarabedian is among those left stunned, saying there are virtually no comps.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026
His comps after this season included Alex Kerfoot, Josh Bailey and Kris Versteeg.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comps
Noun
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Vaccination is one of the greatest gifts humanity has ever given itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The declaration, in honor of the billionaire philanthropist whose gifts boosted arts, science, education and cultural causes and more across Los Angeles for decades, marks a collaboration between the County of Los Angeles and the cities of Los Angeles, Santa Monica and Beverly Hills.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
Verb
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What else is going on Rebecca Grossman and an ex-Dodger were found liable for the crash that killed two boys; a jury awards $176 million.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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Back then, Jagland was the secretary general of the European Council and chairman of the committee that awards the Nobel peace prize.—
Ola Morris Innset,
The Dial,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Commissioners have heard presentations from county officials and deliberations will continue through Wednesday, June 17, according to Tripple’s presentation.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
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Thinking back to Art Basel Qatar in February—that was a pretty deliberate departure from how the other fairs are structured, with the open layout, solo presentations, and a very strong central theme.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Vantor claims that Tensorglobe provides real-time, up-to-date 3D imagery and intelligence around the clock for its military customers.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Dec. 2025
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One-third of an avocado provides 250 milligrams (mg) of potassium (6% DV), said Del Coro.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
8 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Firearm industry advocacy groups made millions of dollars in political donations in recent years, mostly to conservative causes and Republican candidates.—
Fred Clasen-Kelly,
NPR,
19 Aug. 2025
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After material donations and in-kind support, Revitalize Milwaukee and its volunteers completed nearly $7,500 in repairs to Frias' home, including updating electrical work, installing a more accessible back porch and clearing out the family's yard, Roach said.—
Alyssa N. Salcedo,
jsonline.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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That production always and everywhere buys production is what renders bitcoin the opposite of money.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Without revealing too much, this structure from al-Mansour and co-writer Brad Niemann ends up having a roundabout reason too, given a bizarre third-act twist that renders moot the film’s entire point of view, along with its central themes.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Unwrapping Christmas presents didn’t start until her father read the newspaper to see if a local family needed help celebrating the holidays.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Harry wrote that along with Middleton thinking Markle had wanted her fashion contacts and friction over bridesmaids’ dresses at the Sussexes’ wedding, Middleton and William were also miffed that Markle and Harry hadn’t given them Easter presents.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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The city also boasts historical monuments of great interest, such as the Puerto Plata Lighthouse, which affords visitors stunning views of the ocean.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Don’t skip a visit to the rooftop deck, which affords swaggering views of the market’s massive ferris wheel, the downtown skyline, and ferries to nearby islands.—
Harry Cheadle,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 May 2026
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