1
as in compares
to regard or represent as equal or comparable
a value system that equates money with success
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2
as in refers
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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3
as in balances
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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Verb
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Post your solve grid in the comments and see how your score compares with the editor’s rating, and one another’s.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
30 Dec. 2024 -
When Harry compares Dex going after a professional killer to taking on Michael Jordan one-on-one, Dex has no idea who that is.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
27 Dec. 2024
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In sports mode, the TV automatically adjusts to optimize content.—
Christopher Murray,
Fox News,
21 Mar. 2025
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The displays also support Apple's True Tone tech, which controls the white balance and adjusts automatically depending on the ambient light.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
20 Mar. 2025
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The cabin accommodates up to six operators seated on shock-absorbing seats and two crew members at the forward control console.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2025
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With rates starting at $40,000 per night and a two-night minimum stay, the resort accommodates up to 22 guests across three bungalows.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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“Equates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equates. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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