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as in standard
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
that last dining experience was not quite up to par
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as in equivalence
the state or fact of being exactly the same in number, amount, status, or quality
these California wines are on a par with the best produced in Europe
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as in average
what is typical of a group, class, or series
a pulse of 70 is par for people of that age group
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Recent Examples of par
Hipper, younger-skewing luxury brands such as Jacquemus and Courrèges have opened spaces that are on par with their own-brand boutiques at 1,300 square feet.
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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 25 Nov. 2024
That sale’s low estimate was $60 million, on par with this year’s expectation.
—Angelica Villa For Artnews, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
That said, your best chances at scoring cheap tickets doesn’t necessarily lie in grabbing seats near the back of the theatre; prices for seats in the rear or middle of the mezzanine are on par with front and center orchestra seats for some shows, and in some cases, are even more expensive.
—Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 21 Nov. 2024
That’s essentially on par with last year when about 60 homicides had occurred by this time.
—Bianca Moreno-Paz, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Nov. 2024
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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 25 Nov. 2024
That sale’s low estimate was $60 million, on par with this year’s expectation.
—Angelica Villa For Artnews, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
That said, your best chances at scoring cheap tickets doesn’t necessarily lie in grabbing seats near the back of the theatre; prices for seats in the rear or middle of the mezzanine are on par with front and center orchestra seats for some shows, and in some cases, are even more expensive.
—Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 21 Nov. 2024
That’s essentially on par with last year when about 60 homicides had occurred by this time.
—Bianca Moreno-Paz, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for par
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Steady oversight of these significant concerns underpins company-wide accountability and ties practices in AI with corporate purpose, setting the standard for the responsible use of AI.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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On the one hand, our base income will be a lot less than the industry standard; on the other, the regular dividend is paid monthly, and specials, albeit unpredictable, can make up all of that ground (and then some).Brett Owens, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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The same illogic leads the progressive Left to equate Israel’s defense against Hamas terrorists with the October 7 atrocities, and to draw false equivalences between Daniel Penny’s intervention on a subway and Mangione’s premeditated execution.Matthew Continetti, National Review, 14 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Science and quackery cannot be treated as having scientific and moral equivalence.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
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His strikeouts and walks per nine innings were both better than his career averages.Sam Blum, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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But email marketing is serious business, bringing in an average of $36 for every dollar spent.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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For example, the Academy’s admission process broadens opportunities for minorities by expanding the candidate pool early on, inviting more qualified candidates to advance while maintaining rigorous, race-neutral criteria for the final selection.Corinne Post, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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The rule, which was later struck down in court, broadened the criteria for a joint employer relationship in a way that would have made companies potentially liable for the hiring practices of subcontractors.Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 13 Dec. 2024
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Kiana studied for high-school equivalency tests and worked as a clerk at an AutoZone.John Branch, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
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Several states already treat completion of the DP as equivalent to a high school diploma, but Oregon became the first to extend the same equivalency to the career program.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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For the new normal to be economically sustainable, streamers need to do a better job of optimizing their viewers’ time and attention.Jonathan Bing, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
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Rather than imposing change, involve your team in shaping the new normal.Dan Gamble, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Global biopharma companies, like Johnson & Johnson, have set a benchmark by creating country-specific websites that not only reflect local healthcare regulations but also resonate with cultural contexts.Aman Gupta, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The benchmark contract, which hit an all-time intraday high of $11,925 in the previous session, is up over 180% year-to-date.Sam Meredith, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
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However, this integration hinges on one crucial factor: the role of human behavior and equality.Dewayne Hart, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Task Force, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting social justice, nonviolence and equality, 40 years ago.Adrienne Roberts, Detroit Free Press, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Par.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/par. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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