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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2
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
Parker was careful not to equate operations in the strait with the blockade of Iranian ports the US has been maintaining since April 13.
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Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 4 May 2026
Critics said the report essentially equates one stand of conservative Christianity to be representative of Christians overall, then construes policy disagreements to be persecution.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
To equate extraordinary music-making with technical command is to mistake the vehicle for the journey.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
Lewkowitz pushed back against the traditional value proposition that equates value with the lowest possible price.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Apr. 2026
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Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 4 May 2026
Critics said the report essentially equates one stand of conservative Christianity to be representative of Christians overall, then construes policy disagreements to be persecution.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
To equate extraordinary music-making with technical command is to mistake the vehicle for the journey.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
Lewkowitz pushed back against the traditional value proposition that equates value with the lowest possible price.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equate
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Over days, referees compared petition signatures against photocopies — generally years-old signatures from when voters first registered.—
Adam Davis,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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Galvin’s research will examine how early-career doctors use OpenEvidence and compare its answers to those from several general-purpose chatbots, like OpenAI’s ChatGPT or Google’s Gemini, using the same prompts.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
13 May 2026
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Saranrom Thai is as pinched as a back alley, a simple geometry of concrete, wood and brick, and balances frank heat and funk with cooling freshness.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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University City balances affordability with growth potential.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
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The brand is also realistic about breaking in new shoes—especially ones with orthotic features—and recommends only wearing these for a couple of hours for the first few days so that your feet can adjust.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
15 May 2026
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The strap can be adjusted to your liking, ranging from 16 to 29 inches at its longest.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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Cucho Hernández put Betis ahead in the ninth minute and Pablo Fornals scored the winner in the 68th after Héctor Fort had equalized for Elche shortly before halftime.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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Brennan Creek equalized in the 34th minute after a corner kick caused some chaos in the box.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
30 Apr. 2026
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Congress had in 2011 removed the requirement for Senate confirmation of NSB members, who work part-time and are only compensated for their time on the board.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
11 May 2026
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Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, accusing the electronics company of using her likeness to sell TVs without her permission or compensating her.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
10 May 2026
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It's designed to accommodate a second seat, allowing families to expand without needing an entirely new stroller.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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Subscribers can customize boxes to accommodate their dog's specific dietary restrictions.—
Rachel Cortez,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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“Equate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equate. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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