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or equalling
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as in matching
to produce something equal to (as in quality or value)
no one has equaled Shakespeare's plays
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2
as in signifying
to be the same in meaning or effect
being confined to home for a whole weekend would equal a death sentence in the minds of a lot of teens
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as in supplementing
to be the exact counterpart of
in the British system a public school equals an American prep school
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Recent Examples of equaling
The 3-0 loss was the fourth successive season Villa had conceded three goals straight after Christmas, equalling an unwanted record which stretches back to the 1930s.
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Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
In early 2024, a Delaware judge voided his 2018 deal to receive options equaling an additional 9% of Tesla—then worth about $56 billion.
—Phoebe Liu, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Employers can receive a credit equaling 50% of the payments made to an eligible employee’s loan, up to a maximum credit of $2,625 per employee per year.
—Gabby Debenedictis, Hartford Courant, 10 Dec. 2024
The Dutchman’s fourth title places him firmly into the pantheon of Formula 1’s greats, equalling a feat achieved only by another five drivers.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
Coach Raul Lara’s squad took down Nevada’s Bishop Gorman, swiftly defeated its Trinity League opposition en route to another crown and kept rolling through the competition as the possibility of equaling the program’s undefeated 2017 campaign crept into focus.
—Benjamin Royer, Los Angeles Times, 23 Nov. 2024
Nissan would ideally like to deliver the new EV coupe to market with around 400 hp — equalling the Z’s output — which will require a significant boost over the RC’s power reading.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
Suddenly, the Dodgers have a pitching staff that hasn’t allowed a run in its last 33 innings, equaling a postseason record set by the 1966 Baltimore Orioles.
—Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2024
The Hoosiers matched their best start to a season with the six wins, equaling the 1967 squad.
—Gavin Dorsey, Chicago Tribune, 5 Oct. 2024
Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
In early 2024, a Delaware judge voided his 2018 deal to receive options equaling an additional 9% of Tesla—then worth about $56 billion.
—Phoebe Liu, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Employers can receive a credit equaling 50% of the payments made to an eligible employee’s loan, up to a maximum credit of $2,625 per employee per year.
—Gabby Debenedictis, Hartford Courant, 10 Dec. 2024
The Dutchman’s fourth title places him firmly into the pantheon of Formula 1’s greats, equalling a feat achieved only by another five drivers.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
Coach Raul Lara’s squad took down Nevada’s Bishop Gorman, swiftly defeated its Trinity League opposition en route to another crown and kept rolling through the competition as the possibility of equaling the program’s undefeated 2017 campaign crept into focus.
—Benjamin Royer, Los Angeles Times, 23 Nov. 2024
Nissan would ideally like to deliver the new EV coupe to market with around 400 hp — equalling the Z’s output — which will require a significant boost over the RC’s power reading.
—Peter Lyon, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
Suddenly, the Dodgers have a pitching staff that hasn’t allowed a run in its last 33 innings, equaling a postseason record set by the 1966 Baltimore Orioles.
—Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2024
The Hoosiers matched their best start to a season with the six wins, equaling the 1967 squad.
—Gavin Dorsey, Chicago Tribune, 5 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for equaling
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But one address matching the profile just listed with ties to the founder of the National Press Club, one of the world’s leading professional organizations for journalists.Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2024
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For the ultimate in coziness, team these beige wide-leg pants with the matching Stealth Knit Cardigan from the label, along with Leset’s Romy Mule.Felicity Carter, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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In the photo that the actress shared, her tree appeared to have a yellow brick roadway leading up to it with a pair of legs (signifying the Wicked Witch of the East) peaking out beneath the tree.Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 25 Dec. 2024
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However, if one partner says no, the decision is paused, signifying that further reflection and dialogue are necessary before any action is taken.Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The 2024 edition marks the highest tally of all time, greatly surpassing Barack Obama’s previous record of 95,894 pages.Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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The movie Wicked has officially become the highest-grossing Broadway adaptation in box office history, surpassing the movie musical Mamma Mia.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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Tyler Bass missed a potential game-tying field goal late in regulation.Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025
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With a second-quarter 3-pointer, Herro extended his career best streak of games with at least one 3-pointer to 69, tying Duncan Robinson’s franchise record, a record set in 2021.Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2025
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In Spain, for example, a baby boom that lasted from the mid-1950s to the late 1970s created a generation of Spaniards who are now nearing the end of their careers.Amy Pope, Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
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The former is nearing 300 weeks on the list, while Ultraviolence has only managed about one-tenth as many stays on the roster.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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That will isolate older versions of Android, meaning banking and enterprise apps will likely fail to function or restrict what can be done on older versions of Android.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Named from the Latin word meaning lime, calcium is very common in limestone rocks composed of calcite and dolomite.David Bressan, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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The Dune actor sported a blue beanie, a leather jacket, a plaid scarf, and an uncharacteristic ’stache, emulating Dylan’s 2003 appearance at the Sundance Film Festival for a screening of his film Masked and Anonymous.Rosana Lai, Glamour, 16 Dec. 2024
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The subtle hue is a delicate shade of green, emulating serenity and softness.Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2024
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But privately, Musk has been critical of NASA's plans, suggesting that the Artemis Program has been moving too slowly and is too reliant on contractors who seek cost-plus government contracts and are less interested in delivering results.Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
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Nippon Steel sharply criticized the decision in a statement on Friday, suggesting the company may take legal action.Max Zahn, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Equaling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equaling. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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