as in balancing
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 equalizing
An 11-10 home defeat in overtime on March 27 was a tough pill to swallow for the Comets, who led most of the second half until conceding the equalizing goal inside the final minute.
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Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026
The equalizing goal never materialized, despite heavy pressure from the Galaxy and seven extra minutes of stoppage time, leaving the Galaxy to deal with a 2-1 defeat at the hands of what was the worst team in the league.
—Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 15 Mar. 2026
Nathan Bastian found the equalizing goal early in the third period to force overtime, and Jason Robertson scored the game-winner in extra time.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 1 Mar. 2026
President James Monroe signed the Missouri Compromise, meant to avert a conflict over slavery by equalizing the number of states where the brutal practice was and was not allowed, on March 6, 1820.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
But a defensive breakdown in the 90th minute minimized the reward for the Verde’s attacking endeavors as the visitors rescued a 2-2 draw at Q2 Stadium via Kelvin Yeboah’s equalizing goal.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 21 Feb. 2026
But statistically equalizing these parameters effectively erases some of the benefits of exercise!
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside, 30 Jan. 2026
The decision is the first step toward the goal of equalizing drug prices so Americans aren’t paying more for the same drugs than people in other parts of the world.
—Alice Park, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
However, his two goals on Tuesday weren’t enough to secure a win for his nation, with Magyars midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai equalizing in stoppage time in the 91st minute.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026
The equalizing goal never materialized, despite heavy pressure from the Galaxy and seven extra minutes of stoppage time, leaving the Galaxy to deal with a 2-1 defeat at the hands of what was the worst team in the league.
—Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 15 Mar. 2026
Nathan Bastian found the equalizing goal early in the third period to force overtime, and Jason Robertson scored the game-winner in extra time.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 1 Mar. 2026
President James Monroe signed the Missouri Compromise, meant to avert a conflict over slavery by equalizing the number of states where the brutal practice was and was not allowed, on March 6, 1820.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
But a defensive breakdown in the 90th minute minimized the reward for the Verde’s attacking endeavors as the visitors rescued a 2-2 draw at Q2 Stadium via Kelvin Yeboah’s equalizing goal.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 21 Feb. 2026
But statistically equalizing these parameters effectively erases some of the benefits of exercise!
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside, 30 Jan. 2026
The decision is the first step toward the goal of equalizing drug prices so Americans aren’t paying more for the same drugs than people in other parts of the world.
—Alice Park, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
However, his two goals on Tuesday weren’t enough to secure a win for his nation, with Magyars midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai equalizing in stoppage time in the 91st minute.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for equalizing
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Kraus said his focus on City Council would be on creating a secure, sustainable community where his own grandchildren could thrive by balancing proactive law enforcement with community support.—
Nathan Pilling
March 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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The challenge is balancing future planning with present-day demands without letting the stress compound.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Contemporary theories of consciousness generally attempt to bridge this gap by equating consciousness with some measurable, physical property of the brain.—
Conor Feehly,
Big Think,
10 Mar. 2026
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The administration reframes the drug war as military conflict, equating cartels to terrorist groups like ISIS and prioritizing lethal force over law enforcement.—
Joshua Goodman,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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As Kaiko continues adjusting to life indoors, Turner hopes her story will help others recognize the long‑term consequences of unethical breeding—and the difference a safe, loving home can make.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Of course, other settings for adding profile pictures to agents' profiles and adjusting their permissions also require attention.—
John Brandon,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Equalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equalizing. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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