be tantamount to
Example Sentences
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Even though it would be tantamount to saying I broke the law for family reasons, it would require his testimony.
From Slate • Apr. 19, 2024
The World Health Organization said the evacuation “could be tantamount to a death sentence” for the more than 2,000 patients in northern hospitals.
From Washington Times • Oct. 15, 2023
The World Health Organization said the evacuation “could be tantamount to a death sentence” for the more than 2,000 patients in northern hospitals, including newborns in incubators and people in intensive care.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 14, 2023
He said that the young man had not, to the best of his knowledge, signed a non-disclosure agreement with ITV, which would be tantamount to the broadcaster buying his silence.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2023
But they were both older and wiser coyotes and knew that even if I did not somehow intervene, coming under the mare to take the rabbit would be tantamount to committing suicide.
From This Side of Wild by Gary Paulsen
