Definition of equalizenext
as in to balance
to make equal in amount, degree, or status a plan to equalize educational opportunities for all the state's children, rich and poor alike

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Recent Examples of equalize But even as the daily sell-outs crack the spirits of fans, Funko has found ways to equalize the phenomenon. Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026 That makes the hot and cold sides quickly equalize, clearly weakening electricity generation. Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 19 July 2026 Japan and Sweden closed group play June 25 with a 1-1 draw, as Daizen Maeda struck in the 56th minute before Anthony Elanga’s rocket equalized in the 62nd, sending Japan through to the round of 32. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026 The irrepressible Albiceleste overcame a 1-0 deficit against England in Wednesday’s semifinal, equalizing in the 85th minute and knocking in a go-ahead goal in extra time to send Argentina to its second consecutive World Cup final. Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for equalize
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  • Thune himself has worked to carefully balance the often unusual demands of the president with the political reality of his slim GOP majority.
    Lisa Mascaro, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026
  • In a photo posted to her Instagram account on August 8, the mom of three showed off her toned muscles while rocking a resistance band and balancing her hands on a set of free weights.
    Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026
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  • People equate age with credibility, especially in fields like negotiation, where signs of aging are treated as a proxy for trustworthiness.
    Kwame Christian Esq, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • People like to knock Nolan’s screenwriting, which is often equated with dialogue.
    Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2026
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  • When adjusting the texture, incorporate a teaspoon of flour or water at a time.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026
  • The psychiatrist diagnosed her with insomnia and worked to adjust her medication.
    Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
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  • The dismissal swung on the structure through which Howard was compensated for his appearance on Empire.
    Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Hurzeler finds himself in familiar territory, trying to compensate for the loss of his top striker to Chelsea for a second season in succession, following the sale of Brazilian Joao Pedro for £60million in July last year.
    Andy Naylor, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Equalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equalize. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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