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adjective

Definition of approximatingnext
as in equivalent

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approximating

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verb

present participle of approximate
as in approaching
to come near or nearer to in character or quality Rob's violin performance last night didn't even approximate what he's really capable of when he's not feeling sick

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for approximating
  1. equivalent
  2. comparable
  3. reflecting
  4. identical
  5. matching
  6. analogous
  7. equal
  8. similar
Adjective
  • However, economists say the recent rise in bond yields is not equivalent to the surge seen in 2022 as the moves have been significantly less dramatic and the macro backdrop — including a cooling of inflation — has changed.
    Jenni Reid, CNBC, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the week in the U.S. based on multi-metric consumption as measured in equivalent album units, compiled by Luminate.
    Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of equivalent
Adjective
  • Greenland's area is more comparable to that of the Democratic Republic of Congo, which is still slightly larger.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Obviously, Rooker is not in the same class as Judge and Soto here, but is comparable to Stanton and O’Neill - both had slightly higher K rates, and his BB rate slotted in neatly between O’Neill (11.3%) and Stanton (8.2%).
    Tony Blengino, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of comparable
Verb
  • Deployment grew by 20% in 2024, reflecting higher-quality deals and more realistic valuations.
    Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • The World Bank on Thursday raised its forecast for China’s economic growth in 2024 and 2025, reflecting the recent policy adjustments.
    Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of reflecting
Adjective
  • Wellcome Sanger researchers went on to identify clusters of identical, mutated cells in a variety of other tissues, including the esophagus, bladder and colon.
    Amber Dance, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Wallace’s fourth victim, Audrey Spain, and his seventh, Vanessa Mack, were killed in almost identical fashion — with double ligatures, says Price, who was lead detective on the Spain case.
    Michael Gordon, Charlotte Observer, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of identical
Verb
  • For the ultimate in coziness, team these beige wide-leg pants with the matching Stealth Knit Cardigan from the label, along with Leset’s Romy Mule.
    Felicity Carter, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • But one address matching the profile just listed with ties to the founder of the National Press Club, one of the world’s leading professional organizations for journalists.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of matching
Adjective
  • The table lamp adds an analogous touch by pairing colors that are next to each other on the color wheel: yellow and orange.
    Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Top 10 Center Fielders There is no other MLB team in the Toronto media market, so Guerrero's situation will not be perfectly analogous to the precedents set by Soto and Ohtani.
    Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of analogous
Adjective
  • There are a few ways to make a saline solution; some doctors recommend equal parts of table salt and distilled water, while other recipes are more complex.
    Maya Dollarhide, Parents, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Those 15 guys are forcing turnover after turnover while breaking opponents’ offenses and wills in equal measure this season.
    John Hollinger, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of equal
Adjective
  • With similar conditions forecast, the state's proactive measures aim to mitigate risks to residents and critical infrastructure.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The seating position is a quirk of the car, similar to the Countach.
    Charlie Thomas, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of similar
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