1
as in to compare
to regard or represent as equal or comparable
a value system that equates money with success
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as in to refer
to describe as similar
you're being silly when you equate the talent of that pop star with the musical genius of Mozart
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as in to balance
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
you'll stop running up debts when you start equating what you spend with what you earn
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Recent Examples of equate
The administration reframes the drug war as military conflict, equating cartels to terrorist groups like ISIS and prioritizing lethal force over law enforcement.
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Joshua Goodman, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
In a world that often equates growth with success, his model suggests another path.
—K. H. Koehler, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
Palmer Luckey, same thing—equating property expropriation with democracy.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
State mandatory reporting laws that equate substance use with child abuse or neglect are not evidence based and can cause real harm to pregnant people and their families.
—Lauren Micalizzi, STAT, 2 Mar. 2026
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Joshua Goodman, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
In a world that often equates growth with success, his model suggests another path.
—K. H. Koehler, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
Palmer Luckey, same thing—equating property expropriation with democracy.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
State mandatory reporting laws that equate substance use with child abuse or neglect are not evidence based and can cause real harm to pregnant people and their families.
—Lauren Micalizzi, STAT, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equate
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The new vessel will have a displacement of about 80,000 tons and a length of 1,017 feet, compared with 42,000 tons and 856 feet for the Charles de Gaulle.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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In a study by the Regional Water Authority, officials found that the American River region could see a roughly 66% decrease in snowpack compared with historical averages.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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Clear agreements matter as the Moon conjoins mental Mercury in your 7th House of Alignments, encouraging honest dialogue that balances your needs with someone else’s.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2026
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The appeal lies in the note itself—creamy, green, and gently herbaceous—often balanced with softer, sweeter elements.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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In South Korea, all able-bodied men between the ages of 18 and 28 must serve between 18 to 21 months in the military or social service, though the law was adjusted in 2020, allowing the K-pop stars to delay their service until age 30.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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Instead of relying on chaotic structural changes, this new device regulates electricity by simply adjusting an energy barrier at the material’s interface.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Mar. 2026
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Banda equalized on her birthday in the 61st minute on a cross into the box from Jacquie Ovalle.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Mar. 2026
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The South Korean star operated mostly outside the 18-yard box, taking touches around Alajuelense’s side of the field as LAFC predominantly attacked the Costa Rican’s mid-block formation down the left, where Denis Bouanga equalized in the second half from a Son assist.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Several times during the high season, which runs from June to early September, Air Greenland created makeshift hostels inside airports to compensate for a lack of proper accommodations.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Mar. 2026
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Critics argue this work is extractive and poorly compensated, especially when these AI systems are being trained to ultimately replace human labor.—
NILESH CHRISTOPHER LOS ANGELES TIMES,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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Extra beds are complimentary in rooms and suites that can accommodate them.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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According to the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum, the city’s bridges open about 40 times per year from April to November to accommodate tall ships trying to get to/from Lake Michigan.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Equate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equate. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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