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as in equates
to describe as similar
reviews that compared the adventure movie to a thrilling ride on a roller coaster
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as in identifies
to regard or represent as equal or comparable
compared the restaurant's food to the nectar of the gods
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Recent Examples of compares
Post your solve grid in the comments and see how your score compares with the editor’s rating, and one another’s.
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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
Here’s a look back at how our current snowfall compares with previous seasons.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024
In support of this proposition, the report compares apples and oranges.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
This compares with other forecasts for about 4%, in a decisive break with a longtime practice of capping it at 3% in the past.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 13 Dec. 2024
Williams compares his early exposure to fame to his teenage experimentation with drugs.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
This analysis compares several factors, such as historical revenue growth, returns, and valuation.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
That compares with only 30% at the company’s Hollister brand, which tends to attract Gen Z shoppers.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
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
Here’s a look back at how our current snowfall compares with previous seasons.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024
In support of this proposition, the report compares apples and oranges.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
This compares with other forecasts for about 4%, in a decisive break with a longtime practice of capping it at 3% in the past.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 13 Dec. 2024
Williams compares his early exposure to fame to his teenage experimentation with drugs.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
This analysis compares several factors, such as historical revenue growth, returns, and valuation.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
That compares with only 30% at the company’s Hollister brand, which tends to attract Gen Z shoppers.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compares
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While over half of the population identifies as introverts, most job interview techniques favor extroverts.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Shaw is a Republican who has advocated for conservative policies in the district, including one that would have informed parents if their child identifies as transgender.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
11 Apr. 2025
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The canal connects the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, offering ships a shortcut to avoid going around the tip of South America.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
26 Dec. 2024
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Storytelling helps to communicate your message and connects you with potential buyers.—
Jenna Guarneri,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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The daughter of a veteran tailor with over 40 years on the Row, and an artist and art teacher, Molly likens the role of cutters to architects and tailors to builders.—
Caroline Reilly,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2025
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Snook likens the performance to diving into a very cold swimming pool.—
Hannah-Rose Yee,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Compares.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compares. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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