compared to
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or compared with
: in relation to (something else) : measured or judged against (something else)
I'm a slob compared to my roommate.
This rain is nothing compared to what we got yesterday.
Today's quiz was easy compared with the last one.
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This explains why women tend to need those extra hours of sleep compared to men.
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Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
The re-election of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency should help the deal move forward as the new administration is expected to cut financial regulation and potentially bring in a softer antitrust climate compared to a Democratic administration.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Despite these concerns, consumer optimism is on the rise compared to previous years, with projections showing a 7 percent increase in overall holiday spending.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Next November’s elections in Virginia at the gubernatorial and House levels will also see lower turnout compared to presidential years.
—Julia Manchester, The Hill, 24 Dec. 2024
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Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
The re-election of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency should help the deal move forward as the new administration is expected to cut financial regulation and potentially bring in a softer antitrust climate compared to a Democratic administration.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Despite these concerns, consumer optimism is on the rise compared to previous years, with projections showing a 7 percent increase in overall holiday spending.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Next November’s elections in Virginia at the gubernatorial and House levels will also see lower turnout compared to presidential years.
—Julia Manchester, The Hill, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Compared to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compared%20to. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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