compare
Prononciation : [/kəmˈpɛɚ/]
Contexte : « relationship »
(verb) to examine the similarities and differences between two or more things. It's like looking at how things are alike and how they are not alike.
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She compared two different types of apples to see which one tasted better.
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He didn't compare prices before buying the new phone, so he ended up spending more than necessary.
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Can you compare the sizes of these two boxes for me?
Contexte : « making a choice »
(verb) to evaluate or determine the similarities and differences between options before making a decision. It's like thinking about the pros and cons of each choice.
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Before making a decision, it's important to compare all the available options.
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She regretted not comparing all the different models before buying the car.
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Did you compare different brands of laptops before choosing one?
Contexte : « games »
(verb) to assess or measure the abilities or performance of oneself or others in a competition. It's like seeing how well you stack up against others.
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In the competition, each player's score will be compared to determine the winner.
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He didn't want to be compared to his older brother in sports because he felt like he always fell short.
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How does your score compare to the others in the game?