as in to balance
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
a plan to equalize educational opportunities for all the state's children, rich and poor alike
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Recent Examples of equalize
But desperate Tampa Bay equalized on Jake Guentzel’s shot, later led on a netter by Nick Paul, and got insurance on another Guentzel goal as the third period began.
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Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2025
Then in a controversial moment a few minutes later, Pele assisted on Chinaglia’s equalizing goal.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
Will these deals focus on equalizing tariff rates – a process that many, if not most, of the affected countries seem ready to undertake?
Or will new, zero-sum U.S. trade rules apply?
—Ned Temko, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile equalizing per-pupil financing has undergone revision because the needs of students vary so widely.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
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Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2025
Then in a controversial moment a few minutes later, Pele assisted on Chinaglia’s equalizing goal.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
Will these deals focus on equalizing tariff rates – a process that many, if not most, of the affected countries seem ready to undertake?
Or will new, zero-sum U.S. trade rules apply?
—Ned Temko, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile equalizing per-pupil financing has undergone revision because the needs of students vary so widely.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equalize
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The kingdom must balance its conservative cultural identity with the expectations of international visitors and continue to develop its tourism infrastructure and workforce.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
21 May 2025
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Diorio said the increase was necessary to balance the budget amid federal cuts and economic uncertainty.—
Nora O’Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
21 May 2025
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In a society that often equates American influence with might or money or celebrity, now our foremost representative on the global stage is a humble man in white robes, preaching love, justice, and mercy.—
Christopher Hale,
Time,
9 May 2025
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In the Oval Office Friday, Trump said the reduction in shipments from China means the United States is no longer losing money — a frequent if highly inaccurate refrain from the president that mistakenly equates a trade imbalance with losses.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
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The focus is on teaching and learning with a new playbook and minute but important details such as adjusting his footwork when receiving the snap.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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That's starting with support for Gmail, which allows AI Mode to adjust based on things like booking emails and online purchase receipts.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
21 May 2025
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As outlined in the court documents, Capital One did not admit wrongdoing but agreed to compensate affected customers for foregone interest and provide additional payments to those holding certain accounts.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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And pitchers such as Banda have had to compensate as a result.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
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“Equalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equalize. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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