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equaled

Pronunciation: [ˈikwəld]

Word

Context: "comparison"

(verb) to be the same in amount, value, or quality as something else. When one thing is equal to another, they match perfectly, like when you have two same-sized pieces of cake.

Example

Her score in the math test equaled his score, so they both got the same grade.

Example

His performance this year did not equal last year's success; he did even worse.

Example

Did your final score equal the one you aimed for?

Context: "achievement"

(verb) to achieve or reach the same level of success or achievement as someone or something else. If you worked hard and managed to do just as well as the best player on your team, you have equaled their achievement.

Example

She equaled the record for the most points scored in a game.

Example

He never equaled the achievements of his older sister, who was a star athlete.

Example

Can you equal my fastest time in the race?

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