as in counterpart
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value
that huge mansion at the end of the street is the equivalent of five ordinary houses
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Recent Examples of equivalent
Stephen J. Beard, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Wiegert explained that the impact would release energy equivalent to the detonation of 6 million tons of TNT.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 11 July 2025
Morgan Wallen American Heart arrives with 61,000 equivalent units shifted.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
The difference in distance is equivalent to 3.277 percent, which makes the sun appear 6.55 percent dimmer now than in January; A change of only one part in 30.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 3 July 2025
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Noun
Water moving at 25 mph has the pressure equivalent of wind blowing at 790 mph, faster than the speed of sound.
—Stephen J. Beard, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Wiegert explained that the impact would release energy equivalent to the detonation of 6 million tons of TNT.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 11 July 2025
Morgan Wallen American Heart arrives with 61,000 equivalent units shifted.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
The difference in distance is equivalent to 3.277 percent, which makes the sun appear 6.55 percent dimmer now than in January; A change of only one part in 30.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for equivalent
Noun
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That’s no longer the case, thanks to innovations like Nova, which deliver impressive results that rival those of their less sustainable counterparts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
15 July 2025
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For Hacks, Megan Stalter and Paul W. Downs didn't receive any nods, though some of their counterparts like Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder did.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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In a recent note on quantum computing, analysts at Bank of America had to reach way back—way, way back—for a comparable advancement in human history.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
19 July 2025
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Burberry’s overall group revenues declined 1% year-on-year on a comparable basis to £433 million ($ 582million) in the June quarter, compared with the 3% decline analysts had forecast in a company compiled consensus.—
Karen Gilchrist,
CNBC,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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And in a different carousel of photos, which Justin shared on Friday, the singer once again cozied up to his wife, wrapping his arms around her in what appeared to be candid shots.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
27 July 2025
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The Enquirer tried to contact ICE spokespeople via two different emails, separately contacted the Detroit field office, and requested any reports related to the alleged prank.—
Victoria Moorwood,
The Enquirer,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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Rounding off the league’s national TV offerings is TBS, which is averaging 358,000 viewers per outing with its non-exclusive Tuesday night telecasts, good for a 17% lift compared to the analogous period in 2024.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
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The judge found that California did not present evidence of any historically analogous laws, finding that the laws the state did cite were not similar enough.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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His Fort McDowell Veterans Association uniform hung nearby along with other memorabilia of his Marine service, including a gourd hand-painted with the Marine logo.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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Students in grades 6-12 are also allowed to have cell phones and other personal technology at school and are allowed to use them during lunch and in between classes.—
Rachel Wegner,
The Tennessean,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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This doesn’t come without challenges, especially with junior staff who haven’t weathered similar storms before.—
Philip A. Nardone,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Sykes described the signs of bird flu in cats as a severe and rapidly progressive disease that can look similar to rabies.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
The Enquirer,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Right-handed reliever Tristan Beck was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento in a corresponding move.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
25 July 2025
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Recently Cut By Yankees Yankees, Red Sox Eyeing Blockbuster Trade For Pair Of Star Pitchers In a corresponding move, roookie right-hander Andre Granillo was recalled from Triple-A Memphis.—
Jon Paul Hoornstra,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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The more heated that Cornyn and Paxton’s clashes get, the more chatter there is about possible alternative candidates; Jackson and Rep. Wesley Hunt, R-Texas, are on that list.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
25 July 2025
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The University of Texas System Board of Regents on Monday named interim President Jim Davis as the sole finalist in the presidential search for UT Austin, using an alternative process in lieu of a presidential search committee.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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“Equivalent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equivalent. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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