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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
The problem is that the scripts being offered to her are not up to par, and Hawn is no longer interested in just acting for acting’s sake.
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Zack Sharf, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
The contract’s $20 wage provision is on par with wage increases that Unite Here won last year for hundreds of Houston hospitality workers including at the Hilton Americas-Houston following a historic 40-day strike, a string of victories that shows union power in a traditionally anti-union state.
—Maliya Ellis, Houston Chronicle, 30 Apr. 2026
The Dragons shot 36-over par, tying for sixth place.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Freshman Ryan Hang shot a 1-under-par 34 to earn medalist honors for the nine-hole competition.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 29 Apr. 2026
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Zack Sharf, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
The contract’s $20 wage provision is on par with wage increases that Unite Here won last year for hundreds of Houston hospitality workers including at the Hilton Americas-Houston following a historic 40-day strike, a string of victories that shows union power in a traditionally anti-union state.
—Maliya Ellis, Houston Chronicle, 30 Apr. 2026
The Dragons shot 36-over par, tying for sixth place.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Freshman Ryan Hang shot a 1-under-par 34 to earn medalist honors for the nine-hole competition.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for par
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Buried inside it is a provision that would strip states and communities of the authority to set animal welfare standards and food safety standards for agricultural products sold within their borders.—
Jesse Plunkett,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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The following year, the Swiss Mad watch—sporting a case made from a composite infused with real Swiss cheese and a red fumé dial echoing the Swiss flag—mocked the loose standards behind the Swiss Made label, which require only half a watch’s components originate in the country.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
2 May 2026
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In this conceptual system, there is also an equivalence between the duties of various tribes—defense, sustenance, healing—and the overall balance of nature, in which each animal plays its part.—
Glenn Adamson,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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On Friday, Metropolitan Police chief Mark Rowley sought to draw equivalence between the threat to Jewish communities from Islamic terrorism and other types of terrorists, though the only notable attacks have come from Islamic terrorists.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
2 May 2026
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Temperatures on Friday and Saturday in the metro are expected to be limited to the mid-60s, which is slightly lower than the average of 70 degrees that is typical in early May.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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Academic recovery from the pandemic is still uneven, and chronic absenteeism — students missing 10% or more of school days — remains stubbornly high in Chicago Public Schools at roughly 40% of students, well above state and national averages.—
Arne Duncan,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Applying these criteria uniformly across evaluated communities can create a limited view of local economic conditions.—
Sooji Nam,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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Randazzo said the criteria for issuing tickets has also been overhauled.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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Other successful projects include the use of educational radio for secondary education in Mexico and Brazil, elementary mathematics education in Nicaragua, a teacher program in Kenya, and adult equivalency education in the Dominican Republic.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 Apr. 2026
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Adult general education programs prepare those taking the GED exam for the equivalency of a high school diploma.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Following a burst of gang violence in 2022, Bukele announced a then-temporary state of emergency, which has become the new normal in the Central American nation as it's been extended for years.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Roberts had yet to figure out a new normal for the top of the batting order without Betts.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
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As for Moss’ new series, Chasing 10 will chronicle the former NFL superstar’s quest to land a 10-pound bass — a benchmark considered legendary among anglers.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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When the Federal Reserve started hiking its benchmark rate in early 2022 to combat inflation, credit card rates went up in tandem, and at one point even hit a new record-high.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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Categories include environmental conservation, community engagement, cultural preservation, food insecurity, gender equality, social services, and animal welfare.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2026
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After the war, the two of them set about establishing a utopian farming colony, based on equality and reclaiming the land for common use.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
6 May 2026
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“Par.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/par. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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